credit union

credit union
A corporation organized under special statutory provisions to promote thrift among, and provide credit for, its members. 13 Am J2d B & L ASSO § 4. A cooperative association organized under the Federal Credit Union Act for the purpose of promoting thrift among its members and creating a source of credit for provident or productive purposes. 12 USC 1752.

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