lender
UK: ˈlɛndə | US: ˈlɛndər
n. a person or institution that lends money or goods to others
n. (figuratively) someone who provides support or resources temporarily
The word "lender" derives from the Old English lǣnan ("to lend"), which is related to the Proto-Germanic laihnijaną ("to loan"). The suffix "-er" (from Old English -ere) denotes an agent performing the action, forming a noun meaning "one who lends." The concept reflects the transactional nature of borrowing and lending, rooted in early Germanic economic practices.
The bank acts as a lender to small businesses in the community.
She was a generous lender, always willing to share her books.
Private lenders often charge higher interest rates than traditional banks.
The library serves as a lender of knowledge to all citizens.
He became an informal lender to his friends in times of need.