Definition: A person who lends money to others and charges a high interest rate, often considered unfair or illegal.

Example: The usurer charged an interest rate that was far too high for anyone to afford.

Definition: Relating to the practice of lending money at unreasonably high interest rates.

Example: The bank offered usurious rates that made it difficult for borrowers to repay their loans.

Definition: In a way that involves taking advantage of someone by charging excessively high interest rates on loans.

Example: The lender acted usuriously, demanding an outrageous interest rate that the borrower could not afford.

Definition: The quality or state of charging excessively high interest rates on loans.

Example: The usuriousness of the loan made it impossible for many to repay.

Definition: To take control of something, especially power or rights, from someone else without permission or legal right.

Example: The king was overthrown when a general attempted to usurp his throne.

Definition: The act of taking control or power that does not belong to you, often in a wrongful or illegal way.

Example: The usurpation of the throne led to a civil war in the kingdom.

Definition: A person who takes control of something, especially a position of power, without the right to do so.

Example: The usurper claimed the throne after overthrowing the rightful king.

Definition: The act of a husband killing his wife, or a man who commits this act.

Example: The crime of uxoricide is a serious offense in many legal systems.

Definition: The condition of wandering from place to place without a permanent home or job.

Example: The city has programs to help those struggling with vagrancy.

Definition: A person who acts on behalf of another, often in legal matters or as a representative.

Example: The vakeel represented his client in court during the trial.