Customs

noun

/ˈkʌstəmz/

Word Frequency: 17.4

Definitions

1.noun(in the plural) The duties or taxes imposed on imported or exported goods.

"Customs of £200 were due on all the wine we took back from France."

2.noun(in the singular) The government department or agency that is authorised to collect the taxes imposed on imported goods.

"Customs has pulled us over on our way for an inspection."

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