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Definition recapture in British English

recapture verb

[transitive] verb
/riːˈkæptʃə(r)/
1

to use force to take control of an area again

Example

Rebel forces have recaptured the city.

Synonyms and related words
invade occupy suppress
1.1

to win something again from an opponent

Example

He is trying to recapture his world record.

Synonyms and related words
medal award walk off with
2

to have a memory or feeling again, or to be in a situation again

Example

I know I can't recapture my youth!

Synonyms and related words
remember recall think back
3

to catch a person or animal that has escaped

Synonyms and related words
shut in imprison confine
Definition recapture in British English