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