Extortion (Noun)
Meaning 1
Unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority); "the extortion by dishonest officials of fees for performing their sworn duty".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
The felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
An exorbitant charge.
Classification
Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.