Meaning of the word "Government Debt" in English

What does "Government Debt" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

Government Debt

US /ˈɡʌvərnmənt dɛt/
UK /ˈɡʌvənmənt dɛt/

Noun

the total amount of money that a country's government has borrowed, by issuing bonds or other securities, to finance its spending

Example:
The country's government debt has reached an all-time high.
Reducing the national government debt is a key policy goal.