Definition of rote
(Entry 1 of 4)
1
: the use of memory usually with little intelligence
learn by rote
2
: mechanical or unthinking routine or repetition
a joyless sense of order, rote, and commercial hustle— L. L. King
rote
adjectiveDefinition of rote (Entry 2 of 4)
1
: learned or memorized by rote
rote
noun (2)Definition of rote (Entry 3 of 4)
rote
noun (3)Definition of rote (Entry 4 of 4)
: the noise of surf on the shore
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The first known use of rote was in the 14th century
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