refinance

verb/ˌriːˈfaɪnæns/

Frequency rank: #14,108 most common English word

Meaning

to replace an existing loan with a new one, usually at a better interest rate or terms.

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Example sentence

They decided to refinance their home loan to take advantage of lower interest rates.

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