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Pawnbroker

Definition

(formal) A person or business that lends money to people in exchange for valuable items, such as jewellery or electronics, which are held as security until the loan is repaid. Typically operates in a shop or market stall, and may also buy and sell second-hand goods.

Example Sentences

1The pawnbroker carefully examined the diamond ring before offering a loan of several thousand dollars.
2Is it morally justifiable for a pawnbroker to charge such high interest rates, given the often desperate circumstances of their clients?
3The local pawnbroker was known for his fair prices and willingness to negotiate, making him a popular choice among the community.
4As the economic crisis deepened, many people were forced to turn to pawnbrokers as a last resort, often parting with cherished family heirlooms.
5There is a long history of pawnbroking in many cultures, with evidence of pawnshops dating back to ancient China and Rome.

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