recover

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recover
rɪˈkʌvə Listen
Meanings
verb
  • return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength.
    E.g. Neil is still recovering from shock
  • find or regain possession of (something stolen or lost).
    E.g. police recovered a stolen video
  • remove or extract (an energy source or industrial chemical) for use, reuse, or waste treatment.
    E.g. only 13 per cent of CFC refrigerant was being recovered from domestic fridges
noun
  • a defined position of a firearm forming part of a military drill.
    E.g. bring the firelock to the recover

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