Rehear
/ˌriːˈhɪər/
Definitions
- (v.) To hold a second or subsequent hearing of a case or matter.
The judge decided to rehear the case due to new evidence.
Forms
- rehearing
- reheare
- rehears
- reheard
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Commentary
Often used in appellate contexts where a panel reexamines a previous decision.
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