Meaning of the word recuperate in English

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recuperate

US /rɪˈkuː.pər.eɪt/
UK /rɪˈkuː.pər.eɪt/
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Verb

1.

recover from illness or exertion

Example:
She needs time to recuperate after the surgery.
He went on vacation to recuperate from the stress of work.
2.

regain or recover (something lost or spent)

Example:
The company hopes to recuperate its losses by the end of the year.
It will take time to recuperate the initial investment.
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