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levied

The correct spelling is levied.

How to pronounce levied

verb

Say it like: Lev-eed

The correct spelling is levied. To impose (a tax or fine) to collect monies due, or to confiscate property. For example: "to levy a tax"

Usage Examples

to levy a tax

to levy a mill, dike, ditch, a nuisance, etc.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To impose (a tax or fine) to collect monies due, or to confiscate property.
  2. 2.To raise or collect by assessment; to exact by authority.
  3. 3.To draft someone into military service.
  4. 4.To raise; to collect; said of troops, to form into an army by enrollment, conscription. etc.
  5. 5.To wage war.

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