Definitions
n. An arrangement allowing payment later or borrowing money.
赊购；信贷
n. Recognition that someone deserves for an achievement.
赞扬；认可
n. A unit earned towards a qualification by completing coursework.
学分
Example
We bought our new fridge on credit last month.
我们上个月赊购了一台新冰箱。
Affordable credit can help small businesses invest in equipment and create jobs within local communities.
成本可负担的信贷能帮助小企业投资设备，并为当地社区创造就业机会。
Collocations
- buy on credit
- give someone credit
- earn credits
- credit card
Word family
- creditor (n.)
- creditworthy (adj.)
- creditworthiness (n.)
Usage tip
on credit表示赊购；学分义可数，常用复数。
FAQ
- What does credit mean?
- An arrangement allowing payment later or borrowing money. Recognition that someone deserves for an achievement. A unit earned towards a qualification by completing coursework.
- How is credit pronounced?
- UK /ˈkredɪt/, US /ˈkredɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
