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Poundage

POUND'AGE, n. [from pound.] A sum deducted from a pound, or a certain sum paid for each pound. 1. In England, a subsidy of 12d. in the pound, granted to the crown on all goods exported or imported, and if by a...

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POUND'AGE, n. [from pound.] A sum deducted from a pound, or a certain sum paid for each pound.

1. In England, a subsidy of 12d. in the pound, granted to the crown on all goods exported or imported, and if by aliens, more.

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