rota

ro·ta

noun \ˈrō-tə\

Definition of ROTA

1

capitalized [Medieval Latin, from Latin] : a tribunal of the papal curia exercising jurisdiction especially in matrimonial cases appealed from diocesan courts

2

chiefly British a : a fixed order of rotation (as of persons or duties) b : a roll or list of persons : roster

Examples of ROTA

1. a rota of housekeeping duties

Origin of ROTA

Latin, wheel — more at roll

First Known Use: 1619

Rhymes with ROTA

bota, flota, lota, quota