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English noun: extortion | |||
| 1. | extortion (possession) an exorbitant charge | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | overcharge | ||
| 2. | extortion (act) unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority) | ||
| Samples | The extortion by dishonest officials of fees for performing their sworn duty. | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | exaction | ||
| 3. | extortion (act) the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence) | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | felony | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | blackmail, protection, shakedown, tribute | ||
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