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Recoupe
(gcide) | Recoup \Re*coup"\, Recoupe \Re*coupe"\ (-k??p"), v. t. [F.
recouper; pref. re- re- + couper to cut.]
1. (Law) 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.
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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.
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3. To reimburse; to indemnify; -- often used reflexively and
in the passive.
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Elizabeth had lost her venture; but if she was bold,
she might recoup herself at Philip's cost. --Froude.
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Industry is sometimes recouped for a small price by
extensive custom. --Duke of
Argyll.
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Recouper
(gcide) | Recouper \Re*coup"er\ (r?*k??p"?r), n.
One who recoups. --Story.
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TO RECOUPE
(bouvier) | TO RECOUPE. This word is derived from the French recouper, to cut again. In
law it signifies the right and the act of making a set-off, defalcation, or
discount, by the defendant, to the claim of the plaintiff. 21 Wend. It. 342.
In another sense it signifies to recompense. 19 Ves. 123.
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