rə̇ˈmid.əd.ə(r) noun
( -s )
Etymology: Latin, it is sent back, remitted, 3d singular present indicative passive of remittere to send back, remit
1.
a. : a remission to a defendant by a plaintiff of the portion of a verdict for damages considered excessive by trial or appellate court
b. : the formal agreement or stipulation of the plaintiff waiving or releasing his right to receive such portion representing the excessive damages
c. : the direction or order of the court approving such stipulation and judgment for the reasonable portion of damages or ordering a new trial unless such remission is made by the plaintiff
2. : a sending back from an appellate or superior to a trial or inferior court of a case and its record for further proceedings (as additional findings of fact) or for entry of a final judgment in accordance with instructions or the decision of the appellate or superior court