rehearing

American  

[ree-heer-ing] / riˈhɪər ɪŋ /

noun

Law.

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

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Etymology

Origin of rehearing

First recorded in 1680–90; re- + hearing

Example Sentences

The spa petitioned for rehearing en banc, which was denied by the appeals court.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

He can request a rehearing en banc with the 3rd Circuit, which is an opportunity for all the judges on the court to rehear his case.

From Slate • Jan. 21, 2026

Instead, in early February, Justice Phil Berger Jr., Newby’s right-hand man and presumed heir on the court, circulated a draft of a special order agreeing to the rehearing, sources familiar with the matter said.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025

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 • Feb. 7, 2024

Theatrically, the end of the Second Act sounds true; but it will not bear rehearing.

From Richard Wagner Composer of Operas by Runciman, John F.