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ROTE definition: 1. learning something in order to be able to repeat it from memory, rather than in order to…. Learn more. Define rote. rote synonyms, rote pronunciation, rote translation, English dictionary definition of rote. mechanical or habitual repetition: Try to learn your multiplication table by rote. Definition of rote noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. Rote definition: A memorizing process using routine or repetition, often without full attention or comprehension. ROTE definition: proceeding mechanically and repetitiously; being mechanical and repetitious in nature; routine; habitual. See examples of rote used in a sentence.

Commonly found in the phrase by rote and in attributive use: rote learning, rote memorization, and so on. Often used pejoratively in comparison with deeper learning that leads to understanding. by rote: in a mechanical or repetitious manner: (esp. of learning, etc.) acquired by memorization without proper understanding or reflection; (also) †with precision, by heart (obsolete).