king's purse
The term "king's purse" historically refers to the financial resources controlled by a monarch, and it also had a specific meaning in the context of horse racing.
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Definition
C2Historical Finance
(archaic)The treasury or financial resources controlled by a monarch.
Example
- The king's purse was heavily taxed to fund the wars.
- Revenues from the colonies greatly enriched the king's purse.
C2Historical Horse Racing
(archaic)The top prize awarded in certain horse races.
Example
- Winning the king's purse was a prestigious honor for any jockey.
- The annual race attracted competitors eager for the king's purse.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "king's purse":