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Definition of "recoups" [recoups]

  • Third-person singular simple present indicative form of recoup. (verb)

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Use "recoups" in a sentence
  • "That money comes as an advance: After the label recoups his production fee, Mr. Hills receives production royalties that typically amount to about 4% to 5% of the music's retail cost, prorated based on how many tracks he produced."
  • "The pharmaceutical industry recoups is R&D costs by making tremendous margins on individual pills."
  • "Requires that in 5 years, the President submit to the Congress a proposal that recoups from the financial industry any projected losses to the taxpayer."