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Topic: Finance

lender

IPA: /ˈlɛndər/

KK: /ˈlɛndər/

noun

Definition: A person or organization that gives money to others with the expectation that it will be paid back later, usually with interest.

Example: The lender approved my loan application quickly.

lending

IPA: /ˈlɛndɪŋ/

KK: /lɛndɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

noun

Definition: The act of giving something, usually money, to someone with the expectation that it will be returned later.

Example: The bank is known for its lending practices that help small businesses grow.

verb

Definition: To give something to someone temporarily, expecting it to be returned later.

Example: She is lending her book to a friend for the weekend.

lessee

IPA: /lɛˈsiː/

KK: /lɛˈsi/

noun

Definition: A person or entity that rents or leases property from another party, known as the lessor.

Example: The lessee signed the contract to rent the apartment for a year.

lessor

IPA: /ˈlɛsər/

KK: /ˈlɛsər/

noun

Definition: A person or company that rents out property to someone else under a lease agreement.

Example: The lessor agreed to the terms of the lease with the tenant.

letting

IPA: /ˈlɛtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈlɛtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of allowing someone to use or rent something, such as property or equipment, usually in exchange for payment.

Example: The letting of the apartment was finalized last week.

verb

Definition: To allow someone to do something or to allow something to happen.

Example: I am letting my friend borrow my book for the weekend.

leverage

IPA: /ˈlɛvərɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈlɛvərɪdʒ/

noun

Definition: The power or advantage that allows someone to achieve a desired outcome, often by using resources or influence effectively.

Example: She used her connections in the industry as leverage to secure a better job offer.

transitive verb

Definition: To use something to maximum advantage or to improve a situation, often by utilizing resources or support.

Example: The company aims to leverage its existing technology to create new products.

leveraged

IPA: /ˈlɛvərɪdʒd/

KK: /ˈlɛvərɪdʒd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation where a company uses borrowed money to finance its operations or investments, often resulting in a higher risk due to the reliance on debt.

Example: The leveraged buyout allowed the firm to acquire the company with minimal upfront capital.

verb

Definition: To use something to maximum advantage or benefit.

Example: The company leveraged its resources to expand into new markets.

levered

IPA: /ˈlɛvərd/

KK: /ˈlɛvərd/

adjective

Definition: Having a lever or levers attached or used for a specific purpose.

Example: The levered mechanism allowed the workers to lift heavy objects with ease.

verb

Definition: To use a lever to lift or move something, often by applying force to one end to create movement at the other end.

Example: He levered the heavy box off the ground with a long stick.

levier

IPA: /ˈlɛviər/

KK: /ˈlɛviər/

noun

Definition: A person who imposes or collects a tax, fee, or levy.

Example: The levier was responsible for collecting the annual taxes from the residents.

levy

IPA: /ˈlɛvi/

KK: /ˈlɛvi/

intransitive verb

Definition: To impose or collect a tax, fee, or fine, often by authority or law.

Example: The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods.

noun

Definition: A charge or tax that is imposed or collected by an authority, often for public purposes.

Example: The government announced a new levy on sugary drinks to promote healthier choices.

transitive verb

Definition: To impose or collect something, such as a tax or a fine, usually by authority.

Example: The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods.

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