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| rat·ing [ ráyting ] |
noun (plural rat·ings) |
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1. assessment: an assessment or classification of somebody or something on a scale according to how much or how little of a quality he, she, or it possesses
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2. commerce credit standing: an assessment of the financial status and creditworthiness of a person or company
 a credit rating
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3. mechanical engineering performance limit of machine: the performance limit of a machine or system, expressed as capacity, range, or working capability, e.g. the voltage rating on a household appliance
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4. U.S. classification of somebody by occupation: a classification of somebody such as a member of the military or a government worker, based on his or her specialization or occupation
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plural noun rat·ings |
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tv radio estimate of audience size: the estimated number of people who tuned in to a TV or radio program, used as an indication of its relative popularity
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