TREASURY


Meaning of TREASURY in English

■ noun ( plural treasuries )

1》 the funds or revenue of a state, institution, or society.

↘( Treasury ) (in some countries) the government department responsible for the overall management of the economy.

2》 a place where treasure is stored.

3》 a collection of valuable or delightful things.

Origin

ME: from OFr. tresorie (see treasure ).

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