English Explanatory Dictionary

five-six

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A moneylending scheme stereotypically associated with Indian nationals, especially Punjabis, in the Philippines.

Word forms

five-six 5-6

Etymology

From the high interest rate given, i.e. when ₱5 is borrowed, ₱6 must be returned.

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