[n] charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government
[v] make a charge against or accuse; "They taxed him failure to appear in court"
[v] use to the limit; "you are taxing my patience"
[v] levy a tax on; "The State taxes alcohol heavily"; "Clothing is not taxed in our state"
[v] set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine)