recapture
UK: ˌriːˈkæptʃə | US: ˌriˈkæptʃər
vt. to capture again or regain possession of something
n. the act of recapturing or something recaptured
The word "recapture" combines the Latin-derived prefix "re-" (meaning "again") with the root "capture" (from Latin "captura," meaning "a taking"). The prefix "re-" implies repetition, while "capture" retains its original sense of seizing or taking control. Historically, the term evolved in Middle English from Old French "recapturer," reflecting its use in contexts like reclaiming lost territory or reasserting control. The logic is straightforward: "re-" + "capture" = "to seize again."
The army managed to recapture the city after a long siege.
The film recaptures the magic of the original series.
Wildlife officials recaptured the escaped tiger.
The team hopes to recapture their winning form next season.
The artist’s new work recaptures the style of his early period.