Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sugar-act
noun
/ˈʃʊɡər ækt/
Definition
A series of laws passed by the British Parliament in the 18th century that imposed taxes on sugar and molasses imported into the American colonies.
Examples
- The Sugar Act of 1764 was one of the first attempts by Britain to raise revenue from the colonies.
- Colonists protested against the Sugar Act, claiming it violated their rights.
- It had a significant impact on the colonial economy, particularly for those involved in the sugar trade.
Meaning
The Sugar Act aimed to raise revenue from the colonies while tightening enforcement of trade regulations, ultimately leading to colonial discontent.
Synonyms
- taxation
- levy
- customs duty
