The meaning of RATA is a tree of the genus Metrosideros; especially : either of two New Zealand timber trees (M. robusta and M. lucida).

Definition of rata in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Dec 24, 2025 · From Old Norse rata, from Proto-Germanic *wratōną. The word is absent in the related modern languages, but cognate with Gothic 𐍅𐍂𐌰𐍄𐍉𐌽 (wratōn, “to travel, to journey”).

Recording Arts Talent Awards, (1973-1976) a set of music awards in New Zealand, often shortened to RATA.

There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun rata, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

rata in British English (ˈrɑːtə ) noun Word forms: plural rata either of two New Zealand myrtaceous forest trees, Metrosideros robusta or M. lucida, having crimson flowers and hard wood

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