English dictionary
rote
/r/oU/t/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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memorization by repetition
Synonyms rote learningSource: WordNet 3.0
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A root.
Source: webster1913
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A kind of guitar, the notes of which were produced by a small wheel or wheel-like arrangement; an instrument similar to the hurdy-gurdy.
Source: webster1913
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The noise produced by the surf of the sea dashing upon the shore. See <u>Rut</u>.
Source: webster1913
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A frequent repetition of forms of speech without attention to the meaning; mere repetition; as, to learn rules by <i>rote</i>.
Source: webster1913
verb
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To learn or repeat by rote.
Source: webster1913
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To go out by rotation or succession; to rotate.
Source: webster1913