definition of
tax

[1] #1 tax n. [taxation, revenue enhancement] charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government. wn

[2] #2 tax v. levy a tax on; "The State taxes alcohol heavily"; "Clothing is not taxed in our state". wn

[3] #3 tax v. [assess] set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine). wn

[4] #4 tax v. [task] use to the limit; "you are taxing my patience". wn

[5] #5 tax v. make a charge against or accuse; "They taxed him failure to appear in court". wn