Art Malik

I grew up in Balham in south London, and my best friend's brother was Geoffrey Robinson, who of course later became paymaster general, but at that time, he was working in politics.

British Actor

Paymaster might deal with non-cash payments like funding projects or providing resources.

Not Always Cash

Paymaster can be used figuratively to describe someone who has control because they are paying.

Figurative Use

The paymaster may hold a position of power and is responsible for decision-making regarding payments.

Authority and Power

Military paymasters focus on administrative duties more than combat or strategy.

Administrative Role

Paymasters in the military require great precision to avoid payroll errors.

Precision

A military paymaster is a respected officer and often holds a rank like a lieutenant or captain.