imperial grain; government resources
Meanings
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imperial grain; government grain
archaicA historical term referring to grain collected as tax by the imperial government, used to fund administration and military.
In ancient times, farmers had to pay imperial grain taxes every year.
The government grain in the state treasury was used to pay officials' salaries.
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Failing to pay the imperial grain tax could lead to punishment.
noun
government resources; state-funded supplies
formalA modern metaphorical usage referring to financial support, funds, or materials provided by the state to institutions, projects, or individuals.
This research institute no longer relies on government funding and has achieved self-financing.
After the enterprise restructuring, it was cut off from state subsidies and had to face the market.
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The salaries of civil servants are seen as a modern form of government-provided sustenance.
The competition for state funding for scientific research projects is very intense.