impost
/ˈɪmpəʊst/ · /ˈɪmpoʊst/
CEFR level C2Topic EconomyWord #7276 in the learning path
税；关税
Definitions
n. A tax, especially one charged on imported goods.
税；关税
n. A projecting support from which an arch rises.
拱座
Example
The guide explained the old impost on imported tea.
导游讲解了过去对进口茶叶征收的税。
An impost on imported grain could protect domestic farmers while increasing food costs for urban consumers.
对进口谷物征税可以保护本国农民，却也可能增加城市消费者的食品开支。
Collocations
- an impost on imports
- levy an impost
- impost block
Usage tip
税义较古旧或专业；现代通常用tax或duty。
FAQ
- What does impost mean?
- A tax, especially one charged on imported goods. A projecting support from which an arch rises.
- How is impost pronounced?
- UK /ˈɪmpəʊst/, US /ˈɪmpoʊst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
