recoup - What does it mean?
'recoup' hits on the web
You may have been searching for a specific social media @recoup profile or the tag #recoup
Definition of 'recoup'English
Verb
( en-verb)
To make back, as an investment.
- He barely managed to recoup his money. He sold out for just what he had invested.
- to recoup losses made at the gaming table
To recover from an error.
(legal) To keep back rightfully (a part), as if by cutting off, so as to diminish a sum due; to take off (a part) from damages; to deduct.
- A landlord recouped the rent of premises from damages awarded to the plaintiff for eviction.
To reimburse; to indemnify; often used reflexively and in the passive.
* Froude
- Elizabeth had lost her venture; but if she was bold, she might recoup herself at Philip's cost.
* Duke of Argyll
- Industry is sometimes recouped for a small price by extensive custom.
Derived terms
* recoupable
* recoupment
Anagrams
*
|
