Definition of Exchequer
Exchequer
ex·che·quer
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(noun)
the treasury of a nation or kingdom, the place where the nation/kingdom stores its wealth and revenue;
e.g. The nation's exchequer had shrunk due to the decline in foreign trade.
(noun)
(British) the bank account or fund that receives and handles public money and taxes, or the department of the government that handles this function;
e.g. You should receive a notification when the exchequer receives your tax payment.
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