taxation
Translation
taxation, levying of tax
Examples
The government is reviewing its policy on taxation.
The government is reviewing its policy on taxation.
Taxation is a complex subject.
Taxation is a complex subject.
Grammar Patterns
policy ((on taxation)) a policy regarding the system of taxes The government is reviewing its policy on taxation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: levying, assessment, imposition
Etymology
From the verb 'tax' plus the suffix '-ation', which forms nouns of action.
Memory Tips
The '-ation' suffix often refers to a process. 'Taxation' is the process or system of imposing taxes.