rote
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/roʊt/
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/rəʊt/
mechanical repetition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rote' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'rote,' where it referred to a mechanical or habitual repetition.
Historical Evolution
'rote' changed from the Old French word 'rote' and eventually became the modern English word 'rote'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a mechanical or habitual repetition,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a habitual, mechanical way of doing something, often without understanding.
He learned the multiplication tables by rote.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 04:02