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Loanshark

noun, verb

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of loan shark. alt-of, alternative
Verb
  1. 1
    To commit usury (to loan money at an excessive rate of interest), especially if collecting under threat of violence.

Etymology

Etymology 1

From loan + shark.

Etymology 2

From loan + shark.

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