rata

British

/ ˈrɑːtə /

noun

either of two New Zealand myrtaceous forest trees, Metrosideros robusta or M. lucida , having crimson flowers and hard wood

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Etymology

Origin of rata

C19: from Māori

Example Sentences

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There is one wrinkle, he adds: The pro rata rule.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Burdis says it is possible that redemption requests at some might exceed the threshold of 5% of assets, after which Blue Owl is allowed to only honor them partially, in a pro rata fashion.

From Barron's • Dec. 10, 2025

The same word was written again multiple times on Tuesday, along with 'adios el rata'.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025

Meanwhile, beyond the gates and gawking tourists, stoats will gobble kiwi eggs and possums will devour our rata leaves.

From Slate • Aug. 8, 2025

It is being demonstrated that a pro rata tariff will not afford relief; and that some other means must be adopted.

From Monopolies and the People by Cloud, D. C.

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