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prorate Definition

☆ pro·rate (prō rāt′, prō′rāt′)

transitive verb, intransitive verb -·rat′ed, -·rat′·ing

to divide, assess, or distribute proportionally

Etymology: < pro rata

prorate Related Forms
pro·rat′·able adjective pro·ra′·tion noun
prorate Synonyms

prorate

n.

allocate, divide, allot; see distribute 1.

prorate Usage Examples

Object

  • portion: In such cases, we will refund a prorated portion of your payment.
  • basis: Work out what you can pay for essential bills on a prorate basis.
  • refund: In such event, you will receive a prorated refund.
  • fee: Verizon Wireless, however, has gone on record with plans to prorate early termination fees starting this fall.