noun
Treasury
noun
1
A government department that manages public money — its collection, storage, and spending.
"The Treasury announced new tax guidelines this week."
2
A bond issued by a national treasury department.
"She invested her savings in short-term treasuries."
How to Use Treasury
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe treasury is the part of government (or a fund) that handles money — taxes, spending, and debt.
Common pairings
the U.S. Treasury
treasury bond
treasury department
Word Forms
Treasuries plural, Treasurys plural
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The _____ announced new tax guidelines this week.