noun
taxman
TAKS-man
Taxman (noun) means (informal) A tax collector, or the tax authority in general. Example: “He grumbled about handing over another chunk of his pay to the taxman.”
noun
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(informal) A tax collector, or the tax authority in general.
"He grumbled about handing over another chunk of his pay to the taxman."
How to use taxman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal way of referring to the tax authority or a tax collector.
When to use it
Informal and often used humorously or with mild resentment, as in "the taxman cometh."
Common pairings
pay the taxman
the taxman cometh
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Word forms
- Plural
- taxmen
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Etymology
A compound of tax and man.
Synonyms
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exciseman
tax collector
Frequently asked questions
What does “taxman” mean?
The word “taxman” means (informal) A tax collector, or the tax authority in general. In plain terms, an informal way of referring to the tax authority or a tax collector.
How do you pronounce “taxman”?
“Taxman” is pronounced TAKS-man (/ˈtæksmæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “taxman” in a sentence?
Here is “taxman” used in a sentence: “He grumbled about handing over another chunk of his pay to the taxman.”
What is another word for “taxman”?
Words with a similar meaning to “taxman” include tax collector.
What part of speech is “taxman”?
“Taxman” is a noun.
