Clues for the word "POUNDAGE"
We've had 6 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 10 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Chronicle of Higher Education crossword on September 15, 2017.
Definition of poundage
- n. - A sum deducted from a pound, or a certain sum paid for each pound; a commission.
- n. - A subsidy of twelve pence in the pound, formerly granted to the crown on all goods exported or imported, and if by aliens, more.
- n. - The sum allowed to a sheriff or other officer upon the amount realized by an execution; -- estimated in England, and formerly in the United States, at so much of the pound.
- v. t. - To collect, as poundage; to assess, or rate, by poundage.
- n. - Confinement of cattle, or other animals, in a public pound.
- n. - A charge paid for the release of impounded cattle.
Referring Clues
Last Seen In
- Chronicle of Higher Education - September 15, 2017
- Guardian Cryptic - August 12, 2016
- Pat Sajack's Code Letter - March 12, 2016
- Pat Sajack's Code Letter - January 21, 2014
- USA Today - May 02, 2012
- Universal - July 16, 2011
- Universal - December 15, 2008
- King Syndicate - Premier Sunday - November 20, 2005
- Guardian Quick - August 05, 2005
- New York Times - May 08, 2000