Lender vs. Vender — What's the Difference?

To give or allow the use of temporarily on the condition that the same or its equivalent will be returned.

Variant of vendor.

To provide (money) temporarily on condition that the amount borrowed be returned, usually with an interest fee.

Alternative spelling of vendor

To make available for another's use

One who vends; one who transfers the exclusive right of possessing a thing, either his own, or that of another as his agent, for a price or pecuniary equivalent; a seller; a vendor.

To contribute or impart

Someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money

To make a loan. See Usage Note at loan.

One who lends, especially money; specifically, a bank or other entity that specializes in granting loans.

One who lends.

Someone who lends money or gives credit in business matters