Definition

A second trial or examination of a legal case or experiment.

Example

The court ordered a retrial to ensure a fair decision was made.

Conversation

Did you hear about the retrial for that case we followed?

Yeah, I did! It's surprising they decided to do that.

I wonder what new evidence they found to warrant a retrial.

Me too! It could really change the outcome.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Retrial → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "trial" (from Old French *trier*, meaning to try or test). The word "retrial" means to try or test something again, particularly in a legal context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'trying again' — 're-' means again, and 'trial' refers to the act of testing or trying something.

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