I. (ˈ)prō|rāt, usu -ād.+V verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: pro (I) rata
transitive verb
: to divide, distribute, or assess proportionately
in the sale of real estate, it is usual to prorate the taxes between the seller and the buyer — Journal of Accountancy
intransitive verb
: to make a pro rata distribution
Synonyms: see apportion
II. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
( -s )
: an amount determined pro rata