What is descibes a discount loan?

A discount loan is a type of loan where the interest is deducted from the principal amount before the borrower receives the funds. This means that the borrower gets less than the face value of the loan but is required to repay the full amount at maturity. For example, if a borrower takes out a $10,000 loan with a $1,000 discount, they would receive $9,000 upfront but owe $10,000 at the end of the loan term. This structure is often used in short-term borrowing arrangements.