Levy

/ˈlɛvi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An act of levying a tax or fee.

The levy on income was a controversial topic during the election.

A charge, especially a tax or fine, that has been imposed.

The new levy on property owners was met with widespread protests.

verb

To impose or collect a tax, fee, or fine.

The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods.

To declare and enforce a specific tax or charge.

The city council voted to levy an additional fee for municipal services.

To enlist or conscript soldiers for military service.

During the war, they began to levy volunteers from local communities.

Middle English, from Old French 'lever' meaning 'to raise'.

levy a tax

To impose a tax on individuals or entities.

levy en masse

A significant or large-scale enlistment or gathering of troops.

levy war

To raise or initiate military forces against another.

tax

A compulsory contribution to state revenue, levied by the government.

fine

A monetary penalty imposed for an offense or violation.

assess

To evaluate or estimate the nature or quality of something, often for taxation purposes.