"prest money" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: So called because it bound those that received it to be ready for service when called upon. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} prest money (uncountable)
  1. (historical) Money paid to men when they enlisted into the British service. Tags: historical, uncountable Synonyms: press money
    Sense id: en-prest_money-en-noun-zv944DMe Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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