| 释义 |
ex·ac·tion
\-kshən\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Middle English exaccioun, from Latin exaction-, exactio, from exactus + -ion-, -io -ion
1.
a. : the act or process of exacting : compulsion to furnish : a levying especially by force
< the exaction of tribute >
< exaction of various dues and fees >
b. : the levying or demanding of some benefit (as a fee or gratuity) that is not lawfully or properly due : extortion
< the exactions of dishonest officials who demand fees to perform their sworn duty >
2. : something exacted; usually : a fee, reward, or contribution demanded or levied with severity or injustice |