Meaning of the word "Monetary Authority" in English

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

Monetary Authority

US /ˈmʌnɪˌtɛri ɔˈθɔrɪti/
UK /ˈmʌnɪtəri ɔːˈθɒrɪti/

Noun

a central bank or other public institution that controls a country's money supply and credit conditions

Example:
The Monetary Authority announced new measures to stabilize the economy.
Singapore's central bank is known as the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).