# shadow bank

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. An entity that illegally performs banking functions.
2. An entity not subject to banking regulation that performs banking functions.

## Etymology
From shadow banking system.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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