taxpayer

noun

tax·​pay·​er ˈtaks-ˌpā-ər How to pronounce taxpayer (audio)
: one that pays or is liable for a tax

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But if these subsidies remain in force, insurers will continue to get rich at the expense of ordinary taxpayers—and Obamacare’s dysfunction will continue to reign in the health insurance market. Sally Pipes, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025 Missing these deadlines can result in penalties and interest, even if a taxpayer is otherwise eligible for a refund when filing their return. Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025 They are intended to help parents, educators and taxpayers understand how students in their district are doing and to identify areas in need of improvement. Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 15 Sep. 2025 The ratings released Friday are based on the district's performance during the 2024-25 school year and are intended to help parents, educators and taxpayers understand how students in their district are doing. Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for taxpayer

Word History

First Known Use

1797, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of taxpayer was in 1797

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“Taxpayer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taxpayer. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

taxpayer

noun
tax·​pay·​er ˈtak-ˌspā-ər How to pronounce taxpayer (audio)
: one that pays or is responsible for paying a tax

Legal Definition

taxpayer

noun
tax·​pay·​er
: a person (as an individual or corporation) that pays or is liable for a tax
taxpaying adjective

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