re-claim

[ ree-kleym ]

verb (used with object)

1. to claim or demand the return or restoration of, as a right, possession, etc.
2. to claim again.

Word History and Origins

Origin of re-claim¹

1400–50; late Middle English. See re-, claim

Example Sentences

He was anxious to re-claim acquaintance, but though civil she was not effusive.

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