recoup

1. (transitive) To make back (an investment or similar).Examples: "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."Synonyms: recovertransitive

2. (intransitive) To recover from an error.intransitive

3. (law, transitive) 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.Examples: "A landlord recouped the rent of premises from damages awarded to the plaintiff for eviction."transitive

4. (transitive) To reimburse; to indemnify; often used reflexively and in the passive voice.Examples: "Elizabeth had lost her venture; but if she was bold, she might recoup herself at Philip's cost."; "Industry is sometimes recouped for a small price by extensive custom."transitive