Translations for peculation in the English»Italian Dictionary (Go to Italian»English)

peculation [Brit ˌpɛkjʊˈleɪʃ(ə)n, Am ˌpɛkjəˈleɪʃ(ə)n] N ECON

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These elaborate inventories were checked and revised by each successive board of administrators, and gave the best possible security against any robbery or peculation. en.wikipedia.org

The reason for the dual administrative structure was to prevent excessive concentration of power in the hands of the governor, as well as to limit his opportunities for peculation. en.wikipedia.org

It is now about peculation, organised crime, and the exploitation of post-imperial guilt. www.telegraph.co.uk

Inevitably, there were instances of brutality, theft and peculation, but the prevailing spirit was one of dignified patriotic protest. en.wikipedia.org

They also had greater opportunities for peculation as provincial governors. en.wikipedia.org

One of the chief instruments of peculation was the court house, large sums appropriated for its construction finding their way into the pockets of the ring. en.wikipedia.org

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