Reclaim Definition & Meaning
reclaim
- verb
- claim back
- reuse (materials from waste products)
- bring, lead, or force to abandon a wrong or evil course of life, conduct, and adopt a right one; "The Church reformed me"; "reform your conduct"
- make useful again; transform from a useless or uncultivated state; "The people reclaimed the marshes"
- overcome the wildness of; make docile and tractable; "He tames lions for the circus"; "reclaim falcons"
"Reclaim" in song lyrics
See how reclaim is used in real songs:
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"Me and D-Flame it's our turf we came to reclaim"
D-Flame f/ Guru (GangStarr) — Universal -
"The fifth sun sets get back reclaim"
Rage Against the Machine — People of the Sun -
"victoria principal reclaim"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with reclaim
Usage tips for "reclaim"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "reclaim" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for reclaim to find words that pair well.