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Definitions for pro rata
proʊ ˈreɪ tə, ˈrɑ-pro rata
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Princeton's WordNet
proportionately, pro rataadverb
in proportion
Wiktionary
pro rataadverb
In proportion to some factor that can be exactly calculated.
Etymology: pro, according to + ratus, calculated
Wikipedia
Pro rata
Pro rata is an adverb or adjective meaning in equal portions or in proportion. The term is used in many legal and economic contexts. The hyphenated spelling pro-rata for the adjective form is common, as recommended for adjectives by some English-language style guides. In American English this term has been vernacularized to prorated or pro-rated.
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pro rata
Pro rata is a Latin term used to describe a proportionate allocation or distribution. It is a method of assigning an amount to a portion in terms of an equal rate or share for each participant. In finance, it often refers to the distribution of dividends, expenses, profits, liabilities, or assets among shareholders or other parties on an equitable basis.
Webster Dictionary
Pro rata
in proportion; proportionately; according to the share, interest, or liability of each
Etymology: [L.]
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Pro rata
Pro rata is an adverb or adjective, meaning in proportion. The term is used in many legal and economic contexts. It is sometimes spelled pro-rata, but this is technically a misspelling of the Latin phrase. In North American English this term has been vernacularized to prorated.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Pro rata
prō rā′ta, according to one's share: in proportion.—v.t. Prorāte′, to assess pro rata.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of pro rata in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of pro rata in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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