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chancellor of the exchequer

 

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Noun chancellor of the exchequer has 1 sense
  1. Chancellor of the Exchequer - the British cabinet minister responsible for finance
    --1 is a kind of
    cabinet minister
    --1 is a member of British Cabinet

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Chancellor of the Exchequer

Description

The Chancellor of the Exchequer is a high-ranking government position in the United Kingdom. The term refers to the person responsible for overseeing economic and financial matters, including the management of the treasury and formulation of fiscal policies.

Sense 1: Government Position

Noun

Referring to a high-ranking government official in the United Kingdom. The Chancellor of the Exchequer is responsible for managing the treasury and formulating fiscal policies.


Sample Sentence:

The Chancellor of the Exchequer presented the annual budget to the Parliament.

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Sense 2: Historical Context

Noun

Used in historical contexts, particularly when referring to past Chancellors of the Exchequer and their contributions to the economic development of the United Kingdom.


Sample Sentence:

Winston Churchill served as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1924 to 1929.

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Sense 3: Local Context

Noun

In some regions, a local figurative title referring to an individual or organization responsible for managing local finances and economy.


Sample Sentence:

The Chancellor of the Exchequer of our city announced the new tax regulations.

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