pro-rate verb. [prǝʊ'reɪt] Chiefly N. Amer. M19.
[from PRO RATA.]
1. verb trans. Allocate, distribute, or assess (something) proportionally. M19.

2. verb intrans. Make an arrangement or reach agreement on a basis of proportional distribution. M19.

■ pro-ratable adjective able to be pro-rated L19.

■ pro-rating verbal noun the action of the verb; an instance of this: E20.

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