Imposer

im·pose  (m-pz)

v. im·posed, im·pos·ing, im·pos·es

v.tr.

1. To establish or apply as compulsory; levy: impose a tax.

2. To apply or make prevail by or as if by authority: impose a peace settlement. See Synonyms at dictate.

3. To obtrude or force (oneself, for example) on another or others.

4. Printing To arrange (type or plates) on an imposing stone.

5. To offer or circulate fraudulently; pass off: imposed a fraud on consumers.

v.intr.

To take unfair advantage: You are always imposing on their generosity.

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[Middle English imposen, from Old French imposer, alteration (influenced by poser, to put, place) of Latin impnere, to place upon : in-, on; see in-² + pnere, to place; see apo- in Indo-European roots.]

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im·poser n.