colateral

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Term: Colateral

Definition:

Colateral is a term that has multiple meanings in various fields, including finance and anatomy.

Finance:

(noun) In finance, colateral refers to an asset or property pledged as security for a loan. It acts as a guarantee for the lender if the borrower fails to repay the loan.

Example Sentence:

The borrower pledged their house as colateral for the mortgage loan.

Anatomy:

(noun) In anatomy, colateral refers to structures or branches that run parallel to a main structure or organ, typically blood vessels or nerves.

Example Sentence:

The colateral blood vessels provide an alternative route for blood flow when the main artery is blocked.