rat·al

[reyt-l]
noun British.
the amount on which rates or taxes are assessed.

Origin:
1855–60; rate1 + -al1

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ratal (ˈreɪtəl) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
1.  the amount on which rates are assessed; ratable value
 
adj
2.  of or relating to rates (local taxation)
 
[C19: see rate1]

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