rematch

noun

re·​match ˈrē-ˌmach  (ˌ)rē-ˈmach 

: a second match between the same contestants or teams

Examples of rematch in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Sure looks like the Dream (29-14) will get a first-round playoff rematch with Indiana Fever (28-15). — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 23 Sep. 2026

The Fever will finish the regular season on Thursday with a rematch against the Lynx, this time in Minnesota. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2026

Barcelona’s defense will include hosting Arsenal in a rematch of the 2025 final won by the London club. — ABC News, 21 Sep. 2026

Hamilton Southeastern girls' soccer beat Carmel in a rematch of last year's fight for the state title. — Tilly Robinson, IndyStar, 21 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rematch

• attach
• bycatch
• despatch
• detach
• dispatch
• mismatch
• nuthatch
• potlatch
• bache
• batch
• brach
• catch

Kids Definition

rematch

noun

re·​match (ˈ)rē-ˈmach  ˈrē-ˌmach 

: a second meeting between the same contestants