paymaster

English

Etymology

pay +‎ master

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈpeɪmɑːstə/

Noun

paymaster (plural paymasters)

  1. An official in charge of payments to employees, troops, etc.
  2. A person or body which demands loyalty or services in return for payment (especially as paid in advance).

Derived terms
  • Paymaster-General
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