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Definitions

credit union

NOUN
cooperative savings and lending institution
Synonyms
STRONGEST
lending institution
WEAK
banking concern cooperative credit union savings institution thrift institution

Example Sentences

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Mine had their main accounts at the credit union, but their mortgage was through a different bank.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

New York Fed President John Williams told reporters at a credit union conference in Washington that the fallout hinges on how long they affect asset prices, especially the price of oil.

From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026

According to the Associated Press news agency, she had previously worked as a dental assistant and at a credit union, but had mainly been a stay-at-home mum in recent years.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026

I also belong to a credit union that offers free financial advice.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 28, 2025

A credit union may be organized by any seven or more persons with a share capital the par value of which shall not exceed $25.

From Readings in Money and Banking Selected and Adapted by Phillips, Chester Arthur