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return day n: a day when a return is to be made: as

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;