Definition & Meaning of "levy"

to levy

to enforce a type of payment, such as fees, taxes, or fines and collect them

to assemble or enlist troops for military service

Levy

the act of drafting into military service

a charge or fee set, especially by authority or law

levy

Example

The HOA levied $50 fines on homeowners who didn't shovel their sidewalks during the snowstorm.

The authorities were levying fines on businesses that violated the regulations.

The government levied a new tax on imported goods last year.

Additional tariffs were levied on imported goods to offset unfair trade practices.

A tax is levied to fund road repairs each year.

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