Dictionary
mulct
Pronunciation: (mulkt), [key]—
v.t.
1. to deprive (someone) of something, as by fraud, extortion, etc.; swindle.
2. to obtain (money or the like) by fraud, extortion, etc.
3. to punish (a person) by fine, esp. for a misdemeanor.
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n.
a fine, esp. for a misdemeanor.
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