loan1
n.
a thing that is borrowed, especially a sum of money that is expected to be paid back with interest.
▸the action of lending.
▸short for loanword.
v.
give as a loan; lend.
Phrase
Derivative
- loanable adj.
- loanee n.
- loaner n.
Etymology
ME: from ON lán, of Gmc origin; rel. to lend.