verb
amerce
Amerce (verb) means to impose a fine on; to fine.
verb
1
To impose a fine on; to fine.
2
To punish; to make an exaction.
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Etymology
From Anglo-Norman amercier, from Old French a (“at”) + merci (“mercy”), thus “at the mercy of”.
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What is the meaning of amerce?
"amerce" (verb) means to impose a fine on; to fine.
What are the different meanings of amerce?
"amerce" has 2 main meanings: 1. To impose a fine on; to fine; 2. To punish; to make an exaction.