Rote
(noun)
- Repetitive memorization through repetition, especially of a set of rules or a specific text.
- A mechanical or unthinking routine or repetition of an action.
Origin:
The word 'rote' comes from the middle english 'rote' meaning 'a song learned by repetition.'.
Examples:
- She learned the song through rote memorization without understanding the lyrics.
- The student memorized the multiplication tables through rote practice.
- The assembly line workers performed their tasks through rote repetition.
- The teacher discouraged rote learning and encouraged critical thinking.
- The athlete had to perform the technique through rote repetition to develop muscle memory.