paymaster

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A person in charge of paying wages and salaries.

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One who is to pay, or who regularly pays; one from whom wages or remuneration is received.

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An officer in the army whose duty it is to pay the officers and men their wages, and who is intrusted with money for this purpose.

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An officer in the United States navy who has charge of money, provisions, clothing, and small stores, and is responsible for their safe-keeping and issue.

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One who pays; one who compensates, rewards, or requites; specifically, an officer or agent of a government, a corporation, or an employer, whose duty it is to pay salaries, wages, etc., and keep account of the same.

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An official in charge of payments to employees, troops, etc.

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A person or body which demands loyalty or services in return for payment (especially as paid in advance).

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a person in charge of paying wages