The term BY FINE PUNISH can be broken down into two crossword solutions, AMERCE (6 letters) and MULCT (5 letters). AMERCE is a legal term meaning to impose a penalty on someone for an offense or misdeed. It is derived from the Latin word 'amerciamentum' which means 'to assess a fine'. MULCT is another legal term meaning to impose a fine or penalty on someone for an offense or misdeed. It is derived from the Latin word 'mulctare' which means 'to punish'. Both terms are used in the context of punishing someone for a crime or wrongdoing.