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Definition of: amerce
(ə·mûrs′) v.t. a·merced, a·merc·ing
1. To punish by an assessment or fine.
2. To punish, as by deprivation. [ < AF amercier to fine < a merci at the mercy of]
—a·merce′a·ble adjective
—a·merce′·ment noun
—a·merc′er noun
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