re·hear·ing /ˌrē-'hir-iŋ/ n: a reconsideration of a cause (as an appeal) after final decision or dismissal usu. by the same tribunal that is usu. granted due to some error in the original hearing and that may encompass new matters (as evidence or issues)
Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary of Law. Merriam-Webster. 1996.