Levy
WordNet

noun


(1)   The act of drafting into military service
(2)   A charge imposed and collected

verb


(3)   Cause to assemble or enlist in the military
"Raise an army"
"Recruit new soldiers"
(4)   Impose and collect
"Levy a fine"
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Etymology


From leve, from levée, from lever "to raise".

Verb



  1. To impose a tax or fine, to collect monies due, or to confiscate property
  2. To draft someone into military service
  3. To wage war
 
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