wildcat

IPA(Pronunciation)

Adjective

dated derogatory not-comparable usually

(derogatory, dated) Of or concerning irresponsible banks or banking, (particularly) small, independent operations.

Japanese Meaning

無責任な銀行業務、特に小規模で独立した銀行や金融機関に関すること

After a wave of risky investments, several wildcat banks shuttered, leaving depositors scrambling for answers.

一連の危険な投資の後、数軒の小規模で無謀な私設銀行が閉鎖され、預金者たちは答えを求めて右往左往しました。

Sense（1）

(derogatory, dated) Of or concerning irresponsible banks or banking, (particularly) small, independent operations.

Sense（2）

(oil industry) Of or concerning oil exploration in new areas, (particularly) small, independent operations.

Sense（3）

Sense（4）

(firearms) Of or concerning customized or hand-made cartridges.

Sense（5）

Unauthorized by the proper authorities.