Recapture

Quick meaning: Recapture is a noun meaning The act of capturing again.

Meaning

The act of capturing again.

More Meanings

1. That which is captured back; a prize retaken.
2. (finance) The retroactive collection of taxes that were not collectible at the time.
3. To capture something for a second or subsequent time, especially after a loss.
4. (chess) To capture an opponent's piece immediately after it has captured on the same square.

Example Sentences

The recapture of the escaped prisoner made the news.

Seeking to recapture the laughter of life through correspondence.

The warden hoped to recapture the escaped prisoners before they reached the town.

New engine designs permit the vehicle to recapture the kinetic energy lost through braking.

Word Forms

• recaptures
• recapturing
• recaptured

Synonyms for recapture

Depending on context, synonyms include recatch, retake, retaking.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include retaking, retake, regain, reclamation, restore, recoup.

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