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Definition of microlender

microlender

/ˈmaɪkroʊˌlɛndər/
mi · cro · lend · er
Plural:microlenders
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• noun

1

An individual, financial institution, or organization that provides very small loans (microloans) to impoverished borrowers, startups, or small entrepreneurs who typically lack access to traditional banking services.

Example

"The local artisan was able to purchase a new weaving loom after securing a modest loan from a community microlender."

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• Nearby Words

microgram
microgreen
microgroove
microlender
microlending
microliter
microloan

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