First Known Use: 1698
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ad valorem
adjective ad va·lo·rem \ˌad-və-ˈlȯr-əm\
Definition of AD VALOREM
: imposed at a rate percent of value <ad valorem tax on goods> — compare specific 5b
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Origin of AD VALOREM
Latin, according to the value
Rhymes with AD VALOREM
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