Pawnbroker

Pronunciation: /ˈpɔnˌbrəʊkər/

Definitions of pawnbroker

noun a person or business that lends money in exchange for personal property that is left as security

Example Sentences

A1 The pawnbroker offered a loan in exchange for the customer's valuable watch.

A2 She decided to sell her old jewelry to the pawnbroker to make some quick cash.

B1 The pawnbroker appraised the antique ring and offered a fair price to the seller.

B2 After negotiating with the pawnbroker, they agreed on a final price for the artwork.

C1 The pawnbroker's shop was filled with a variety of items ranging from electronics to rare collectibles.

C2 Having worked as a pawnbroker for years, he had a keen eye for valuable items and their worth.

Examples of pawnbroker in a Sentence

formal The pawnbroker appraised the value of the antique jewelry before offering a loan.

informal I took my old guitar to the pawnbroker to see how much I could get for it.

slang I found a sweet deal on a watch at the pawnbroker's shop.

figurative In the game of chess, the pawnbroker can be a strategic piece to sacrifice for a greater gain.

Grammatical Forms of pawnbroker

• plural: pawnbrokers
• comparative: more pawnbroker
• superlative: most pawnbroker
• present tense: pawnbrokers
• future tense: will pawnbroker
• perfect tense: have pawnbrokered
• continuous tense: is pawnbrokering
• singular: pawnbroker
• positive degree: pawnbroker
• infinitive: to pawnbroker
• gerund: pawnbrokering
• participle: pawnbrokered

Origin and Evolution of pawnbroker

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'pawnbroker' originated from the Old French word 'panetier' which referred to a person who was in charge of the pantry or food storage. Over time, the term evolved to include individuals who lent money in exchange for personal items as collateral.

Evolution of the word: The term 'pawnbroker' has evolved from its original meaning of a pantry manager to denote someone who provides loans in exchange for items of value. The practice of pawnbroking has been around for centuries and continues to be a common form of lending in modern times.