definition of
[recoup]

[1] #1 recoup v. [reimburse] reimburse or compensate (someone), as for a loss. wn

[2] #2 recoup v. [recover, recuperate] regain or make up for; "recuperate one's losses". wn

[3] #3 recoup v. [withhold, deduct] retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments; "My employer is withholding taxes". wn