Dictionary entry

Mulct (2)

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Mulct, v. t. [imp. & p. p.Mulcted; p. pr. & vb. n.Mulcting.] [L. mulctare, multare.] 1. To punish for an offense or misdemeanor by imposing a fine or forfeiture, esp. a pecuniary fine; to fine.

2. Hence, to deprive of; to withhold by way of punishment or discipline.