taxpayer

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Also seen as: taxpayers

Meaning · English

A person who is subject to, liable for, or pays tax.

Noun

Examples

The bank was bailed out by the taxpayer.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “taxpayer” mean?

A person who is subject to, liable for, or pays tax.

Is “taxpayer” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.