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Quaestor (Noun)

Meaning

Any of several public officials of ancient Rome (usually in charge of finance and administration).

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The quaestor was the chief financial official responsible for managing the Roman state's finances during times of war.
  • He was appointed as a quaestor and took charge of the administrative and financial duties in the province.
  • As a quaestor, his primary responsibility was to manage the public records and state finances of the Roman Empire.
  • Roman quaestors were elected annually by the people and were in charge of the treasury, as well as the financial management of the provinces.
  • A quaestor was also responsible for investigating cases of corruption and financial misconduct among Roman officials.

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