recoup

Definition

To make back (an investment or similar).

Etymology

From French recouper (“cut short”).

Example Sentences

• "He barely managed to recoup his money. He sold out for just what he had invested."
• "to recoup losses made at the gaming table"
• "In July British Railways installed train-operated red-and-white level crossing half-barriers of a new design at 11 places, […] The cost is given at £800 a pair, which can be readily recouped on savings in the cost of manning ordinary gated crossings."