creditor's
|cred-i-tor's|
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/ˈkrɛdɪtərz/
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/ˈkrɛdɪtəz/
(creditor)
one owed money
Etymology
Etymology Information
'creditor' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'creditor', where 'credere' meant 'to believe or trust'.
Historical Evolution
'creditor' changed from the Old French word 'crediteur' and eventually became the modern English word 'creditor'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who believes or trusts', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person or entity to whom money is owed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'creditor', referring to something that belongs to or is associated with a creditor.
The creditor's rights were protected under the new law.
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45