imposition

C2
Pronunciation
/ɪm.pəˈzɪʃən/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

The act of imposing, laying on, affixing, enjoining, inflicting, obtruding, and the like.

2 Definition

That which is imposed, levied, or enjoined.

3 Definition

An excessive, arbitrary, or unlawful exaction; hence, a trick or deception put or laid on others.

4 Definition

Arrangement of a printed product’s pages on the printer's sheet so as to have the pages in proper order in the final product.

5 Definition

A practice of laying hands on a person in a religious ceremony; used e.g. in confirmation and ordination.

6 Definition

A task imposed on a student as punishment.