noun Street Slang

taxing

TAK-sing · noun · slang

Extorting goods or canteen from another prisoner.

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Definitions

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The extortion of another prisoner's property, canteen or drugs by force or threat.

“The bullies were taxing half the young lads on the wing.”
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taxing In A Sentence

The bullies were taxing half the young lads on the wing.

Origin & Usage

Ironic use of 'tax' — an involuntary 'levy' extracted by intimidation.

Variants taxtaxed

People Also Ask

What does 'taxing' mean in prison?

It is the extortion of another prisoner's property, canteen or drugs by force or threat. To 'tax' someone is to take their goods against their will.

Why is extortion called 'taxing'?

It is an ironic use of the word 'tax', framing an involuntary levy extracted through intimidation as if it were a normal charge.

Is taxing the same as bullying?

It overlaps with bullying but is specifically about extorting goods. Taxing is the property-and-canteen side of prison bullying.

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