Anabata

/ˌænəˈbɑːtə/ noun

An ancient Roman import duty or tariff on goods brought into specified territories, particularly on merchandise entering regions under Roman control.

From Greek 'anabates' (related to anabasis, a going up/bringing in). This tax term reflects Roman administrative terminology for duties assessed on goods transported inland from ports.

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