taxation

Word parts

tax + -ation

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /tækˈseɪʃən/

• Audio (US)

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Noun

Singular taxation

Plural taxations

1. (uncountable) Taxation is the system or process of collecting taxes from people or businesses.

   Taxation of income is less efficient than a sales tax.

2. (uncountable) Taxation is the amount of money collected through taxes.

   High levels of taxation can affect economic growth.

Related words

• tax