exchequer

• Staatliche Behörde oder Ministerium, das für die Verwaltung der öffentlichen Einnahmen und Finanzen zuständig ist, historisch das britische Schatzamt.

A noun referring to a government department or office responsible for the management of public revenue and finances, historically associated with the British treasury.

1. Government treasuryC1formalbritish

   The government department responsible for managing public revenue and finances.

   Staatskasse

   • The Chancellor of the Exchequer announced new tax policies.
   • Funds from the exchequer were allocated to education.
   • The exchequer reported a surplus this fiscal year.

   Synonymefiscpublic treasurytreasury

2. Personal or organizational fundsC2formalbritish

   The financial resources or treasury of an organization or individual.

   Kasse

   • The company's exchequer was depleted after the merger.
   • He dipped into his personal exchequer to cover the costs.
   • The charity's exchequer relies heavily on donations.

   Synonymecapitalmoneypursetreasurywealth