recoup
verbDivide recoup into syllables:
re · coup
How to pronounce recoup:
Definition of recoup:
- recoup (verb):
- to regain or make good (a loss)
- to get an equivalent for (losses) make up for
Synonyms for recoup:
compensate
reimburse
remunerate
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