Definition

A person or official who imposes taxes or regulates tax collection.

Example

The taxer reviewed the financial records to ensure all taxes were properly assessed.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new taxer in town?

Yeah, I heard they are really strict about enforcing the rules.

I wonder how they decide on the right measurements for everything.

It's probably based on some old regulations that they still follow.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Taxer → The word 'taxer' is derived from 'tax' (from Old French *taxe*, meaning a charge or contribution) and '-er' (meaning a person who). A taxer is a person who imposes or collects taxes.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who imposes a 'charge' ('tax') — the '-er' just means a person. A taxer is someone who collects or imposes taxes.

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