noun Uncommon

rematch

REE-mach

Rematch (noun) means a second contest between the same two opponents or teams who competed before. Example: “Fans are eager for a rematch after last year's controversial decision.”

noun

A second contest between the same two opponents or teams who competed before.

"Fans are eager for a rematch after last year's controversial decision."

verb

To arrange or hold a second contest between the same competitors.

"The boxers agreed to rematch in the spring."

How to use rematch

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA repeat match-up between the same competitors.

Common pairings

demand a rematch title rematch

Word forms

rematched past tense, rematches plural, rematches singular

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Frequently asked questions

What does “rematch” mean?

The word “rematch” means a second contest between the same two opponents or teams who competed before. In plain terms, a repeat match-up between the same competitors.

How do you pronounce “rematch”?

“Rematch” is pronounced REE-mach (/ˈɹiː.mætʃ/ in IPA).

How do you use “rematch” in a sentence?

Here is “rematch” used in a sentence: “Fans are eager for a rematch after last year's controversial decision.”

What part of speech is “rematch”?

Depending on how it is used, “rematch” can be a noun and a verb.

Is “rematch” a common word?

“Rematch” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “rematch” have?

“Rematch” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a second contest between the same two opponents or teams who competed before.

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