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recoup

Syllabification: (re·coup)

Pronunciation: /riˈko͞op/

Definition of recoup

[with object]

regain (something lost or expended):rains have helped recoup water levels sleep was what she needed to recoup her strength
regain (money spent or lost), especially through subsequent profits:oil companies are keen to recoup their investment
reimburse or compensate (someone) for money spent or lost.
Law deduct or keep back (part of a sum due).

Derivatives

early 17th century (as a legal term): from French recouper 'retrench, cut back', from re- 'back' + couper 'to cut'

Definition of recoup in the British & World English dictionary

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