Meaning of 'tax'

noun

charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government

Synonyms: taxation

verb

make a charge against or accuse

Example: "The judge taxed them with failure to appear in court."

verb

use to the limit

Example: "you are taxing my patience"

Synonyms: task

verb

levy a tax on

Example: "The State taxes alcohol heavily"

verb

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