return day

noun

1. a : a day on which the defendant in an action or proceeding is to appear in court (as for arraignment)

   b : a day on which the defendant in an action must file an answer

   c : a day on which a hearing on an action or proceeding (as a motion) is to be held

   d : a day on which proof of service must be returned

   e : a day fixed by law for the canvassing of election returns — called also return date