Definition of "reclamation" []

• The act or process of reclaiming. (noun)
• A restoration, as to productivity, usefulness, or morality. (noun)

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• "Because of the conflicting definitions, the use of the term reclamation can be confusing."
• "The problem with rainwater reclamation is that usually the optimal storage is 10 days."
• "The potential for abuse in such transactions seems obvious, and the state's risk, particularly for reclamation, is substantial."