What is "recoupe"

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.

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.

vb. (archaic form of recoup English)