capitation

Definitions of "capitation"
  1. A fixed and equal tax that is levied on every individual directly
  2. A standard payment or charge made per person
How to use "capitation" in a sentence
  1. The government introduced a capitation tax that everyone must pay regardless of their income.
  2. The amusement park employs a capitation fee, charging every visitor the same price for entry.
  3. The health insurance plan uses a capitation payment system, paying a set amount for each enrolled individual per period.

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