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as·sess       (ə-sěs')  Pronunciation Key 
tr.v.   as·sessed, as·sess·ing, as·sess·es
  1. To estimate the value of (property) for taxation.
  2. To set or determine the amount of (a payment, such as a tax or fine).
  3. To charge (a person or property) with a special payment, such as a tax or fine.
  4. Sports To charge a player, coach, or team with (a foul or penalty).
  5. To determine the value, significance, or extent of; appraise. See Synonyms at estimate.


[Middle English assessen, from Old French assesser, from Latin assidēre, assess-, to sit by as an assistant judge : ad-, ad- + sedēre, to sit; see sed- in Indo-European roots.]

as·sess'a·ble adj.
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