A system of government-imposed duties levied on imported or exported goods; a list of such duties, or the duties themselves.
"The new tariff increased the cost of importing foreign electronics into the country."
In plain English: A tariff is a tax that your government charges on goods brought into the country from other places.
"The new tariff on imported cars will raise prices for everyone buying them."
Usage: Use this word when referring specifically to taxes imposed by governments on imports and exports. Do not confuse it with general price lists or fees charged directly by private businesses for services.
to levy a duty on (something)
"The government decided to tariff imported sugar to protect local farmers."
In plain English: To tariff something means to add an extra fee when it crosses into your country from another place.
"The government decided to tariff imported electronics next month."
The word "tariff" comes from the Italian tariffa, which originally meant an arithmetical table or a list of customs duties. This term traces its roots back to Arabic, where it referred to a notification or explanation.