Rata

·noun A New Zealand forest tree (Metrosideros robusta), also, its hard dark red wood, used by the Maoris for paddles and war clubs.

rata
n. Maori name for two New Zealand erector sub-scandent flowering trees, often embracing trunks offo...

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Pro rata
·- In proportion; proportionately; according to the share, interest, or liability of each. ...

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