What is the meaning of levy?

noun

• A charge imposed and collected.
• The act of drafting into military service.
  • synonyms: levy en masse

verb

• Impose and collect.
  • usage: "levy a fine"
  • synonyms: impose
• Cause to assemble or enlist in the military.
  • usage: "raise an army"; "recruit new soldiers"
  • synonyms: recruit, raise