extortion
/ɛkstˈɔrʃʌn/
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Definitions
Noun
an exorbitant charge
Noun
unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority); "the extortion by dishonest officials of fees for performing their sworn duty"
Noun
the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)