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Ad Valorem
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ad valorem adj
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[Latin, according to the value]
: imposed at a rate based on a percent of value [an ad valorem tax on real estate]
Source: Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law ©1996. Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Published under license with Merriam-Webster, Incorporated.