Lombard

Definition of Lombard

Lom´bard

prop. a.

1.

Of or pertaining to Lombardy, or the inhabitants of Lombardy.

prop. n.

1.

A native or inhabitant of Lombardy.

2.

A money lender or banker; - so called because the business of banking was first carried on in London by Lombards.

3.

Same as Lombard-house.

A Lombard unto this day signifying a bank for usury or pawns.

- Fuller.

4.

(Mil.) A form of cannon formerly in use.

Lombard Street
the principal street in London for banks and the offices of note brokers; hence, the money market and interest of London.

Related Words

European, Langobard

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