Meaning Of The Word Exchequer

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Exchequer
proper noun: The Exchequer is the department in the British government which is responsible for receiving, issuing, and accounting for money belonging to the state.

exchequer in American English
under the Norman kings of England, an administrative and judicial state department in charge of revenue
noun: a treasury, as of a state or nation

exchequer in British English
noun
noun: (in Britain and certain other countries) the accounting department of the Treasury, responsible for receiving and issuing funds

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