Rote memorization without understanding the meaning or structure; memorizing mechanically (often used critically).
試験のために棒暗記ばかりしても、応用はできない。
If you only rote-memorize for exams, you won't be able to apply the knowledge.
教師は生徒に棒暗記をやめて理解を重視するよう促した。
The teacher urged students to stop rote memorization and focus on understanding.
棒暗記では長期記憶に残りにくい。
Rote memorization tends not to stick in long-term memory.