lender
/ˈlɛndɚ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: lenders
Meaning · English
One who lends, especially money; specifically, a bank or other entity that specializes in granting loans.
Noun
Examples
[Polonius]: Neither a borrower nor a lender be:
For loan oft loses both itself and friend;
And borrowing dulls the edge of husbandry.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “lender” mean?
One who lends, especially money; specifically, a bank or other entity that specializes in granting loans.
Is “lender” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.