interest

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interest
ˈɪnt(ə)rɪst Listen
Meanings
noun
  • the feeling of wanting to know or learn about something or someone.
    E.g. she looked about her with interest
  • money paid regularly at a particular rate for the use of money lent, or for delaying the repayment of a debt.
    E.g. the monthly rate of interest
  • the advantage or benefit of a person or group.
    E.g. the merger is not contrary to the public interest
  • a stake or involvement in an undertaking, especially a financial one.
    E.g. holders of voting rights must disclose their interests
  • a group or organization having a common concern, especially in politics or business.
    E.g. food interests in Scotland must continue to invest
verb
  • excite the curiosity or attention of (someone).
    E.g. I thought the book might interest Eliot

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