borrowing

American  

[bor-oh-ing, bawr-] / ˈbɒr oʊ ɪŋ, ˈbɔr- /

noun

1. the act of one who borrows.

2. the process by which something, as a word or custom, is adopted or absorbed.

3. the result of such a process; something borrowed, as a foreign word or phrase or a custom.

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Other Word Forms

• nonborrowing adjective
• preborrowing noun
• unborrowing adjective

Etymology

Origin of borrowing

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; borrow, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

“Madam Imbert? She is borrowing some potatoes,” I quickly lied, wondering if that sounded believable.

From Literature

Others worried that the fight would rattle markets and raise borrowing costs.

From The Wall Street Journal

He lent his support for such a move again on Monday, which would push borrowing costs down at least 50 basis points — or half a percentage point — from where they are now.

From MarketWatch

However, analysts said wealthier consumers would likely benefit more from any policy changes or easing borrowing and living costs.

From MarketWatch

Treasury market for signs of concern, as they influence the cost of borrowing by companies and consumers.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

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