levy

²levy

verb

lev·iedlevy·ing

Definition of LEVY

transitive verb

1

a : to impose or collect by legal authority <levy a tax> b : to require by authority

2

: to enlist or conscript for military service

3

: to carry on (war) : wage

intransitive verb

: to seize property

— levi·er noun

Examples of LEVY

1. They levied a tax on imports.
2. The government will levy a fine on the company.

First Known Use of LEVY

14th century

Related to LEVY

Synonyms: conscribe, conscript, draft

Antonyms: remit

Related Words: impress, press; enlist, enroll (also enrol), recruit; call up; sign up, volunteer

Near Antonyms: discharge, muster out

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Rhymes with LEVY

heavy