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Synonyms for fines

Grammar : Noun, verb
Spell : fahyn
Phonetic Transcription : faɪn

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Définition of fines

Origin :
  • mid-13c., "unblemished, refined, pure; of superior quality," from Old French fin "perfected, of highest quality" (12c.), from Latin finis "end, limit" (see finish); hence "acme, peak, height," as in finis boni "the highest good."
  • In French, the main meaning remains "delicate, intricately skillful;" in English since mid-15c. fine is also a general expression of admiration or approval, the equivalent of French beau (cf. fine arts, 1767, translating French beaux-arts). Finer; finest. Fine print is from 1861 as "type small and close-set;" by 1934 as "qualifications and limitations of a deal."
  • noun penalty in money
  • verb penalize in monetary way
Example sentences :
  • The least infringement of the factory rules was punished to the limit by a system of fines.
  • Extract from : « The Forbidden Trail » by Honor Willsie
  • Fines for adultery and fornication belong to the king, not to the bishop.
  • Extract from : « The Swedish Revolution Under Gustavus Vasa » by Paul Barron Watson
  • Sentences of imprisonment and fines for high crimes are justly severe.
  • Extract from : « The Philippine Islands » by John Foreman
  • The laws were lenient, for most crimes could be atoned for by money or other fines.
  • Extract from : « Historical Tales, Vol. 9 (of 15) » by Charles Morris
  • "We might have a box for fines," suggested Josephine hopefully.
  • Extract from : « Judy of York Hill » by Ethel Hume Patterson Bennett
  • Josie is hereby appointed treasurer, to collect and keep the fines.
  • Extract from : « Rollo in Naples » by Jacob Abbott
  • Fines were set in cattle or sheep, but copper was used as well, weighed when sold.
  • Extract from : « Folkways » by William Graham Sumner
  • This is the magistrate who fines you £20 if you have been driving too fast.
  • Extract from : « The Motor Car Dumpy Book » by T. W. H. Crosland
  • Fines were imposed at every change of property and at every sale.
  • Extract from : « A Modern History, From the Time of Luther to the Fall of Napoleon » by John Lord, A.M.
  • If so, in addition to the loss of character, there will be a waste of property in fines, &c.
  • Extract from : « The Story of My Life » by Egerton Ryerson

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