taxable
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
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capable of being taxed; able to bear tax
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subject to tax
noun
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Etymology
Origin of taxable
late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; see origin at tax, -able
Example Sentences
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Taxable bond funds rose 6.5%, while municipal bond funds returned 3.7%.
From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026
Taxable capital gains here are based on the gains reported on an individual’s federal tax return.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 7, 2024
For more information, consult a tax accountant or read IRS Publication 547, Casualties, Disasters and Thefts and IRS Publication 525, Taxable and Nontaxable Income.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2024
Taxable values can run from a mere $6,000 to $40,000 on West Main.
From Washington Times • Nov. 21, 2016
You can find more details in my recent book on Wealth and Taxable Capacity.
From Essays in Liberalism Being the Lectures and Papers Which Were Delivered at the Liberal Summer School at Oxford, 1922 by Various
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