levy

US /ˈlev.i/
UK /ˈlev.i/
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1.

impose (a tax, fee, or fine) on (a person or organization)

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The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods.
The city council will levy a charge for waste disposal.
2.

enlist (troops)

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The king decided to levy an army to defend the kingdom.
Historically, rulers would levy soldiers from their territories.
1.

a tax, fee, or fine

:
The new environmental levy will fund conservation efforts.
They are protesting against the proposed levy on fuel.
2.

the enlistment of troops

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The king ordered a general levy of all able-bodied men.
The historical records detail the levy of troops for the war.