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Bursar - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A bursar is a financial officer in a school or university responsible for managing funds, fees, and budgets. They handle financial transactions and ensure proper allocation of resources.

bursar

/ˈbɜrsər/ /ˈbɜːsə/

Definition:

A treasurer or financial officer, especially in a college or university.

Synonyms:

treasurer, cashier, accountant, financial officer

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

debtor, spender

Common Collocations:

college bursar, university bursar, office of the bursar, bursar’s fee, bursar’s report

Derivatives:

bursarial, bursarship

Usage Tips:

Use "bursar" to refer to the person managing finances in educational institutions; avoid for corporate contexts.

Common Phrases:

meet the bursar, bursar’s office, consult the bursar

Etymology:

From Medieval Latin "bursarius," meaning "purse-bearer," derived from "bursa" (purse).

Examples:

  • 1. The bursar handles all tuition payments at the university.
  • 2. She contacted the bursar about her overdue fees.
  • 3. The college appointed a new bursar last month.
  • 4. Students must submit forms to the bursar by Friday.

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