rehearing

[ ree-heer-ing ]

noun

, Law.

1. a second presentation of the evidence and arguments of a case before the court of original presentation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rehearing¹

First recorded in 1680–90; re- + hearing

Example Sentences

Justice Will Sellers, in a dissenting opinion, said he would have granted the rehearing request so that they could gather more information.

From Seattle Times

The Medical Association of the State of Alabama and the Alabama Hospital Association filed a brief supporting a rehearing request in the case that has drawn international attention.

From Seattle Times

So as a practical matter, he doesn’t have time to seek an en banc rehearing by the D.C.

From Seattle Times

That could easily mean that February 12 is a date certain for the case to be returned to the district court for Trump to be tried, even if he petitions the full court for rehearing.

From Salon

His request for a rehearing was denied last month.

From Seattle Times