charge against a citizens person or property or activity for the support of government

[ Syn: taxation , revenue enhancement ]

levy a tax on; The State taxes alcohol heavily; Clothing is not taxed in our state'

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

[ Syn: assess ]

use to the limit; you are taxing my patience

[ Syn: task ]

make a charge against or accuse; They taxed him failure to appear in court'