RECAPTURE Meaning and
Definition
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Recapture is a verb that refers to the act of regaining possession or control of something that was previously lost or taken away. It involves taking back or reclaiming something that was once owned, controlled, or captured by someone or something else.
In a literal sense, recapture can describe the act of capturing again something that has escaped or been released, especially in the context of captivity or confinement. This could involve capturing animals that have escaped from a zoo, prison escapees, or prisoners of war attempting to escape from confinement.
Figuratively, recapture can refer to regaining control or possession of an abstract concept. For instance, recapture can describe reclaiming one's thoughts, emotions, or personal power that had been lost or compromised due to external influences or circumstances.
In the realm of finance, recapture may refer to the process of recovering an investment, such as reclaiming a portion of a previously incurred expense or earning back losses that occurred.
The term recapture can also be used in a metaphorical sense, indicating the act of revisiting or reexperiencing a feeling, memory, or past event that had been forgotten or faded over time. This can encompass recalling nostalgic moments, reminiscing about the past, or reliving a previous experience in some way.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of RECAPTURE
The word "recapture" can be traced back to Latin roots. It is derived from the Latin word "re", meaning "again" or "back", and the Latin word "captura", which means "capture". In English, "recapture" was first recorded in the early 16th century and has retained its original meaning of capturing again or regaining something that was lost or escaped.
Similar spelling words for RECAPTURE
Conjugate verb Recapture
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