Recapture Definition

recapture
noun
  1. a legal seizure by the government of profits beyond a fixed amount
  2. the act of taking something back
verb
  1. experience anew; "She could not recapture that feeling of happiness"
  2. take up anew; "The author recaptures an old idea here"
  3. take back by force, as after a battle; "The military forces managed to recapture the fort"
  4. capture again; "recapture the escaped prisoner"

"Recapture" in song lyrics

See how recapture is used in real songs:

  • "By masterous plans of a recapture"
    Makeba Mooncycle f/ J. Sands — Judgement Day

Usage tips for "recapture"

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