English dictionary

recoup

/r/I/'k/u/p/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

verb

reimburse or compensate (someone), as for a loss

verb.possession

Synonyms reimburse

Source: WordNet 3.0
regain or make up for

verb.possession

Synonyms recover recuperate

Source: WordNet 3.0
retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments

verb.possession

Synonyms deduct withhold

Source: WordNet 3.0
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 <i>recouped</i> the rent of premises from damages awarded to the plaintiff for eviction.

verb

Source: webster1913