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Definition of loaner

loaner

/ˈloʊ.nɚ/
loan · er
Plural:loaners
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loaner Lexical Profile

loaner Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

North American An item, especially a motor vehicle or piece of equipment, that is lent to a customer as a temporary replacement while their own is being repaired or serviced.

Example

"The dealership gave me a loaner to drive while my car's transmission was being rebuilt."

2

A person or institution that lends money or property to another.

Example

"As the primary loaner of funds for the startup, the bank required regular financial updates."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'loaner' (a borrowed replacement item or a lender) with its homophone 'loner' (a person who prefers to be alone).

• Rhymes for loaner

• Nearby Words

loan
loanable
loanee
loaner
loansharking
loanword
loath

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Loaner. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/loaner
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