Meaning of the word "loan shark" in English
What does "loan shark" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
loan shark
US /ˈloʊn ˌʃɑːrk/
UK /ˈloʊn ˌʃɑːrk/
Noun
1.
a person who lends money at illegally high rates of interest
Example:
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He got into trouble with a loan shark after failing to repay his debt.
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Dealing with loan sharks can lead to dangerous consequences.
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