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pro rata

Pronunciation: /prəʊ ˈrɑːtə, ˈreɪtə/

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Definition of pro rata

adjective

  • proportional:as the pound has fallen costs have risen on a pro rata basis

adverb

  • proportionally:their fees will rise pro rata with salaries

Origin:

late 16th century: Latin, literally 'according to the rate'

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