Definition of rote

acrimonious Definition: (adjective) biting, harsh, caustic. Petersons.com

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rote ¹    (rt) KEY  

NOUN:

1. A memorizing process using routine or repetition, often without full attention or comprehension: learn by rote.
2. Mechanical routine.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English

OTHER FORMS:
rote (Adjective)

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