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Term: Collateral

Part of Speech:

- Noun

- Adjective

Sense 1 (Noun):

- Definition: Something pledged or given as security for repayment of a loan, to be forfeited in the event of a default.

- Example Sentence: The borrower had to provide valuable artwork as collateral for the bank loan.

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Sense 2 (Adjective):

- Definition: Accompanying, incidental, or supplementary.

- Example Sentence: The collateral damage from the bombing was extensive, affecting nearby buildings.

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