Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

loan

noun
loʊn
Definition
A loan is a sum of money that is borrowed and is expected to be paid back with interest.
Examples
  • He took out a loan to buy a new car.
  • The bank approved her student loan for college.
  • After careful consideration, they decided to apply for a home loan.
Meaning
In simple terms, a loan refers to money given by a lender to a borrower, which must be repaid over time.
Synonyms
  • credit
  • advance
  • mortgage
  • financing
  • borrowing