recoup-v; 3 Senses

Sense Number 1: Regain or make up for, as of a financial loss.

Examples:
It's sometimes difficult to recoup one's losses.
The London stock market recouped two-thirds of its losses in the wake
of New York's early rally.
I'm hoping to recoup my initial capital in the first quarter.

Mappings:
VerbNet: NP
FrameNet: NP
PropBank: recoup.01
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 2

Sense Number 2: Reimburse or compensate (someone), as for a loss or sacrifice.

Examples:
Christ will recoup those who empty themselves to Him.
Parliament recouped him for his expenses and gave him a handsome
gratuity.
I recouped him for the expense by holding a bank at faro.

Mappings:
VerbNet: NP
FrameNet: NP
PropBank: NM
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1

Sense Number 3: Retain and refrain from disbursing, as of payments.

Commentary:
NOTE: Generally used as part of a business disciplinary process.

Examples:
Allow employers to withhold/recoup employee wages if proper notice is
not given.

Mappings:
VerbNet: NP
FrameNet: NP
PropBank: NM