Word of the Day:
pawnbroker
What It Means
A person who makes monetary loans at interest, taking personal property as security – which may be sold if not redeemed.
Pawnbroker in Context
“"We may keep it by us," replied the pawnbroker, "for months; there is no demand for such articles." "But," exclaimed she, eagerly, "I shall soon redeem it!" "So you all say," returned the man, with imperturbable coolness.”
Did You Know?
From pawn + broker.
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