pro·rate (pr -r t , prrt )v. pro·rat·ed, pro·rat·ing, pro·rates v.tr. To divide, distribute, or assess proportionately. v.intr. To settle affairs on the basis of proportional distribution. [From pro rata.] pro·rat a·ble adj.pro·ra tion n. |
prorate [prəʊˈreɪt ˈprəʊreɪt]
vb
Chiefly US and Canadian to divide, assess, or distribute (something) proportionately
[from pro rata]
proratable adj
proration n
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| Verb | 1. | prorate - make a proportional settlement or distribution prorate - divide or assess proportionally; "The rent was prorated for the rest of the month" settle - dispose of; make a financial settlement |
| 2. | prorate - divide or assess proportionally; "The rent was prorated for the rest of the month" compute, calculate, cipher, cypher, figure, reckon, work out - make a mathematical calculation or computation prorate - make a proportional settlement or distribution |
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