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In the past, banks were often referred to as "moneylenders" or "bankers," with the term "moneylender" being used particularly in ancient times when individuals or families would lend money at interest. The concept of banking as we know it today evolved from these early practices, with institutions like "credit unions" and "merchant banks" emerging in medieval Europe. Additionally, in ancient civilizations, such as Mesopotamia, temples also served as places for storing and lending grain and silver, functioning similarly to banks.

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