toll

/tˈə‍ʊl/

/ˈtoʊɫ/

Toll

value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something

synonyms : cost

a fee levied for the use of roads or bridges (used for maintenance)

the sound of a bell being struck

synonyms : bell

an amount of money that is paid for a long-distance phone call

the number of people who have died or gotten injured because of a war, natural disaster, pandemic, etc.

to toll

MAIN VERB

ring slowly

charge a fee for using

Examples

1. Years of smoking and drinking has taken a toll on her health.

2. The quickest route to the airport is through the toll road.

3. The death toll from the earthquake continues to rise.

4. The problems of the past few months have taken their toll on her health and there are shadows under her eyes.