Exchequer

usgb/ɪksˈtʃekər/
noun

A department that deals with the financial parts of government in some countries.

The treasury officials reported the budget plans to the exchequer.
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Often appears as...

  • exchequer budget
  • exchequer funds

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Government Context

Use 'exchequer' to refer specifically to financial governmental departments, not all government parts.

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The national exchequer is responsible for tax collection.
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Specific Usage

Most common in the UK, it's rarely used to describe government finance departments in other countries.

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The UK's exchequer was referenced several times during the debate.
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Budget Relation

'Exchequer' often appears in discussions about government budgets and spending.

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The recent exchequer statement outlined the new fiscal policies.
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