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    Rematch

    /ˈriːˌmæʧ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A second match or game, especially after the first was lost or ended in controversy.
    The two rival teams are set to face off in a rematch next Saturday.
    A contest that occurs after a previous contest in order to settle a dispute or rivalry.
    The boxers agreed to a rematch after their last fight ended in a draw.
    An opportunity for one participant to challenge another after a previous defeat.
    After losing the championship, she trained hard for a rematch against her opponent.
    verb
    To organize or participate in a rematch.
    The fighters decided to rematch after the controversial decision from the last bout.
    To challenge someone to a rematch.
    He called out his rival to rematch after their last game.

    Etymology

    The word 'rematch' is formed by adding the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' to 'match,' which comes from Old English 'mæccan' meaning 'to make or to cause.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    rematch clause:
    A provision in a contract that allows for a second contest under specified conditions.
    rematch event:
    An organized occasion for two competitors to face off again.

    Related Words

    match
    A contest between opponents.
    contest
    An event in which people compete for a prize.
    rivalry
    The state of being in competition.

    Slang Meanings

    To have another go at it or try again.
    Let's set up a rematch; I want to see if I can beat you this time.
    In gaming, referring to an immediate redo of a match after a disappointing outcome.
    After losing, we hit the rematch button to challenge them again.