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Term: FISCUS
Definition: Fiscus means the moneybag or treasury. In ancient Rome, it was the emperor's treasury, and later it became the treasury of the state. It can also refer to the treasury of a monarch, noble, or private person. Fiscus is different from Hanaper, which refers to the private property of the monarch.
Definition: Fiscus (fis-kus) is a Latin term that means "the basket" or "moneybag." It has three main definitions:
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The examples illustrate how the term fiscus has been used throughout history to refer to different types of treasuries or budgets. In each case, it is a place where money or property is kept and used to fund various expenses.