new matter rejectionglossary / new-matter rejection Rejection of a patent claim on the ground that an amendment contains new matter. [Cases: Patents 109. C.J.S. Patents §§ 152–155.] 词条贡献者 双语律师Andrew,欧洲名校国际税法专业,擅长翻译各类与国际税法相关的法律文件。