bank loan

American

noun

an amount of money loaned at interest by a bank to a borrower, usually on collateral security, for a certain period of time.

Example Sentences

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Bannister sold his car and got a bank loan to get them back.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

The former minister, who served in several roles including foreign minister, has been embroiled in a long-running legal battle contesting the auction and takeover of his properties in Nairobi over an unsettled bank loan.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Customers can buy products without taking out a bank loan, and suppliers can lock down revenues and pricing power.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 8, 2025

Former employees said Thompson at various points told them a new client or bank loan was on the horizon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 19, 2025

Milton wore them whenever he met with bank loan officers or auditors from the IRS.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides

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