What does "recoupe" mean?

Recoupe: 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.

Additional senses

  1. 2.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.

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