manciple

/ˈmænsɪpəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who buys provisions for a college, university, or other institution, often responsible for managing the food budget and procurement.

“The manciple of the university was responsible for organizing the annual food festival for students.”

Synonyms

  • procurer
  • purchaser

Antonyms

  • squanderer
  • wastrel