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1. (n.) exaction
the act of exacting; extortion:
the exactions of usury.
2. exaction
an amount or sum exacted.
Etymology: (1350–1400; ME < L)
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1. (noun) exaction
act of demanding or levying by force or authority
"exaction of tribute"; "exaction of various dues and fees"
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1. (noun) exaction
the act of demanding with authority, and compelling to pay or yield; compulsion to give or furnish; a levying by force; a driving to compliance; as, the exaction to tribute or of obedience; hence, extortion
2. (noun) exaction
that which is exacted; a severe tribute; a fee, reward, or contribution, demanded or levied with severity or injustice
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