The meaning of IMPOST is something imposed or levied : tax.

In architecture, an impost or impost block is a projecting block resting on top of a column or embedded in a wall, serving as the base for the springer or lowest voussoir of an arch. [1][2]

impost in American English (ˈɪmˌpoʊst ) noun the top part of a pillar, pier, or wall supporting an arch

Define impost. impost synonyms, impost pronunciation, impost translation, English dictionary definition of impost. n. 1. Something, such as a tax or duty, that is imposed. 2. Sports The …

Oct 31, 2025 · impost (plural imposts) (chiefly historical) A tax, tariff or duty that is imposed, especially on merchandise. quotations

impost, n.¹ meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary

Impost definition: a tax; tribute; duty.. See examples of IMPOST used in a sentence.

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Synonyms for IMPOST: tax, levy, tariff, imposition, duty, excise, assessment, capitation, tribute, supertax

impost: That which is imposed or levied; a tax, tribute, or duty; particularly, a duty or tax laid by government on goods imported; a customs-duty.