The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word USURERS
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The straight part
We know that "People who lend money" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case people who lend money = usurers.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does USURERS mean?
USURERS noun- A person who loans money to others and charges interest, particularly at an illegal, exorbitant, or unfair rate.
- Specifically, a male usurer.