Its a funny way to say that your wife gets a cut of any unexpected financial gain. Like if you hit a lottery or win a big bet the wife gets her share.
Yeah bro I was in Vegas and won $500 playing craps but after the Wife Tax of 40% I only got to keep $300.
by Ral_phie September 15, 2021

by Leo Anger May 14, 2006

by Jessica7191 February 24, 2018

Federal taxes that are taken out of your paycheck before you get paid if you live in the United States or work for a US company. Usually refers to payroll taxes that are reported on IRS form 941.
by Simmaniac January 12, 2021

by McBAMF March 5, 2009

The fee someone must pay (usually in food products) for sitting at your lunch table. It is customary to loudly proclaim "TABLE TAX!" when taking the payment by force.
by Biznart October 28, 2008

when living in a shared house the person who is responsible for the shopping or cooking and really can't be arsed can opt to buy a takeaway as forfiet for being lazy.
guy1: man, i really can't be arsed cooking tonight, i think i'll pay takeaway tax.
everybody: whoohoo, PIZZA!!!!!
everybody: whoohoo, PIZZA!!!!!
by keys&peas April 14, 2009
