1. the act of hiring someone again, especially a former employee

Examples

• The company announced the rehiring of fifty workers who were laid off last year.
• His rehiring came as a surprise to everyone in the office.
• The rehiring process took several weeks to complete.
• Management is considering the rehiring of experienced staff.
• The union negotiated better terms for the rehiring of former employees.
• Her rehiring was contingent on completing additional training.