Rota

/ˈrəʊtə/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A rota is a schedule or list showing the order in which different people are assigned certain tasks or duties.
The manager issued a new rota for the week, outlining everyone's shifts.
A system of rotation, especially for duties or responsibilities.
The school's rota for lunch supervision ensures that all teachers take turns overseeing the cafeteria.
The act of rotating responsibilities or duties among a group.
We created a rota for the community clean-up event to ensure everyone had a chance to participate.

Etymology

Derived from Latin 'rota', meaning 'wheel' or 'circle', referring to the rotation of tasks.

Common Phrases and Expressions

on the rota
Scheduled to participate in a specific duty or task.
rota system
A system of organization where tasks are rotated among people.

Related Words

rotate
To turn around a central point.
rotation
The act of rotating or turning around.

Slang Meanings

A non-formal term for a schedule among friends.
We made a rota for our weekend fun.