Definition of Recoupe

1. divided twice [adj]

Medical Definition of Recoupe

1. 1. 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) Origin: F. Recouper; pref. Re- re- + couper to cut. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Recoupe

recork
recorked
recorking
recorks
recount
recountal
recountals
recounted
recounter
recounters
recounting
recounts
recoup
recoupable
recoupe (current term)
recoupe (current term)
recouped
recouping
recouple
recoupled
recouples
recoupling
recoupment
recoupments
recoups
recoure
recoured
recoures
recouring
recourse

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