Elizabeth had lost her venture; but if she was bold, she might recoup herself at Philip's cost. Froude. [ 1913 Webster ]
Industry is sometimes recouped for a small price by extensive custom. Duke of Argyll. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who recoups. Story. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. The act of recouping. [ 1913 Webster ]
☞ Recoupment applies to equities growing out of the very affair from which thw principal demand arises, set-off to cross-demands which may be independent in origin. Abbott. [ 1913 Webster ]