The state of being at work and responsible for or doing a particular task.
That which one is morally or legally obligated to do.
A tax placed on imports or exports; a tariff.
The efficiency of an engine, especially a steam pumping engine, as measured by work done by a certain quantity of fuel; usually, the number of pounds of water lifted one foot by one bushel of coal (94 lbs. old standard), or by 1 cwt. (112 lbs., England, or 100 lbs., United States).
A task exacted from one who is under control; a contribution or service, the rendering of which is imposed upon a subject.
A burdensome demand.
Money paid to the government other than for transaction-specific goods and services.
To impose and collect a tax from (a person or company).
To impose and collect a tax on (something).
To accuse.
To make excessive demands on.
To examine accounts in order to allow or disallow items.