Category:Recoup

Re*coup", re*coupe" (-kp"), v. t. Etym: [f. recouper; pref. re- re- + Couper to cut.]

1. (law)

Defn: 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; As, where a landlord recouped the rent of premises from damages Awarded to the plaintiff for eviction.

2. To get an equivalent or compensation for; as, to recoup money lost At the gaming table; to recoup one's losses in the share market.

3. To reimburse; to indemnify; -- often used reflexively and in the Passive. Elizabeth had lost her venture; but if she was bold, she might recoup Herself at philip's cost. Froude. Industry is sometimes recouped for a small price by extensive custom. Duke of argyll.