EXACTION


Meaning of EXACTION in English

n.

Pronunciation: ig- ' zak-sh ə n

Function: noun

Date: 15th century

1 a : the act or process of exacting b : EXTORTION

2 : something exacted especially : a fee, reward, or contribution demanded or levied with severity or injustice

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