The Only Use of
collateral
in
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
- "I didn't say we should back it," Mama said, "but we're just about the only family with any collateral at all."
p. 152.2collateral = something of value that can be pledged for the repayment of a loan
Definitions:
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(1)
(collateral as in: collateral for a loan) something of value pledged for the repayment of a loan if it is not paid as planned
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(2)
(collateral as in: collateral evidence) accompanying or connected in some way, but less important
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(3)
(collateral damage as in: collateral damage in the battle) unintentional damage to life or property -- usually as a result of an act of war