What does the term 'interest' refer to?

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A fee charged for borrowing someone else’s moneyA charge for utilizing funds from a bankA portion of earnings shared as profitA decrease in the value of currency

Explanation

Interest is the amount paid for the use of another individual’s money. It is not a share of profits, a bank fee specifically, or related to currency depreciation.

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What does the term 'interest' refer to?

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