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interest
the cost of borrowing money, paid to the lender
In more detail
1. (noun) the feeling of wanting to know or learn about something
2. (noun) money that a bank or lender charges you for borrowing money, or that a bank pays you for saving money
3. (noun) a hobby or activity that you enjoy
4. (verb) to make someone want to know or learn about something
Examples
- 1. She has a strong interest in music and plays three instruments.
- 2. The interest rate on the loan is 5% per year.
- 3. His main interests are sports and video games.
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