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Definition of "usuries" [usuries]

  • Plural form of usury. (noun)

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Use "usuries" in a sentence
  • "On the contrary, It is written: “If thou lend money to any of myb people that is poor, that dwelleth with thee, thou shalt not be hard upon them as an extortioner, nor oppress them with usuries.”"
  • "He shall redeem their souls from usuries and iniquity: and their names shall be honourable in his sight."
  • "Their usuries, which had hitherto been counted dishonest gain, were henceforth to be honorable, and they esteemed as patriots."