tax

pluraltaxes

conjugation taxing - taxed - taxed

noun: a compulsory contribution to state revenue, levied by the government on workers' income and business profits, or added to the cost of some goods, services, and transactions
- The government increased the income tax to fund the new healthcare program.
noun: a strain or heavy demand on someone's resources or abilities
- The constant interruptions were a tax on her patience.
verb: to impose a tax on someone or something
- The government may choose to tax sugary drinks to discourage consumption.