taxation

noun

tax·​a·​tion tak-ˈsā-shən How to pronounce taxation (audio)
1
: the action of taxing
especially : the imposition of taxes
2
: revenue obtained from taxes
3
: the amount assessed as a tax

Examples of taxation in a Sentence

the federal right of taxation
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As account balances grow, required minimum distributions (RMDs) can push retirees into higher tax brackets while increasing taxation of Social Security benefits and Medicare premiums. — D. Scott Kenik, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 North Carolina offers a striking example of regressive taxation, ITEP reports. — Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 30 July 2026 In this context, popular uprisings erupt under the pressure of taxation and poverty. — Ed Meza, Variety, 28 July 2026 Exporters otherwise spoke about freight costs, taxation, bonded warehouses in overseas markets, and coordination between government agencies and the private sector. — W. Gyude Moore, semafor.com, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for taxation

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of taxation was in the 14th century

Rhymes for taxation

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“Taxation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taxation. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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Kids Definition

taxation

noun
tax·​a·​tion tak-ˈsā-shən How to pronounce taxation (audio)
: the action of taxing
especially : the establishing of taxes

Legal Definition

taxation

noun
tax·​a·​tion
1
: the action of taxing: as
a
: the imposition of taxes
b
: the judicial determination of costs
2
a
: revenue obtained from taxes
b
: the amount assessed as a tax
3
: a particular system of taxing
progressive taxation

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