Definition of tax

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  • tax is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • tax is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
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Definition of tax

  • set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. assess
  • use to the limit (verb)

    Examples

    1. you are taxing my patience

    Synonyms

    1. task
  • charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. revenue enhancement
    2. taxation
  • levy a tax on (verb)

    Examples

    1. The State taxes alcohol heavily
    2. Clothing is not taxed in our state
  • make a charge against or accuse (verb)

    Examples

    1. They taxed him failure to appear in court

See definition of tax in Merriam Webster