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interest n. [
involvement] a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something; "an interest in music"
. wn #2
interest n. [
sake] a reason for wanting something done; "for your sake"; "died for the sake of his country"; "in the interest of safety"; "in the common interest"
. wn #3
interest n. [
interestingness] the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.); "they said nothing of great interest"; "primary colors can add interest to a room"
. wn #4
interest n. a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed; "how much interest do you pay on your mortgage?"
. wn #5
interest n. [
stake] (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something; "they have interests all over the world"; "a stake in the company's future"
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