to deprive (someone) of something, as by fraud, extortion, etc.; swindle.

to obtain (money or the like) by fraud, extortion, etc.

to punish (a person) by fine, esp. for a misdemeanor.

a fine, esp. for a misdemeanor.

noun

amercement , penalty

verb

amerce , penalize , bilk , cozen , defraud , gull , rook , swindle , victimize , balk , cheat , deceive , fine , fleece , forfeit , punish , steal