(n): control exerted (actively or passively) by group action
(n): a payment required for not fulfilling a contract
(n): a sum of money paid or a claim discharged
(n): the disadvantage or painful consequences of an action or condition
(n): the quality of having an inferior or less favorable position
(n): (games) a handicap or disadvantage that is imposed on a competitor (or a team) for an infraction of the rules of the game
(n): advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning
