LEVY - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Verb
impose and collect
Example: levy a fine
Categories: Charge, Bill
Meaning 2
Part of speech: Noun
the act of drafting into military service
Categories: Conscription, Muster, Draft, Selective service
Synonyms
Recruit, Impose, Levy en masse, Raise, Levy
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "levy" comes from Old French levee, which comes from Old French leve.
🔗 Related Words
elevenpence – A related word in the same word family.
🧩 Fun Fact
English has both Germanic and French words for the same things—'begin' vs 'commence', 'help' vs 'assist'.