Definitions for "recoup"
Retaping or rebanding a shipment that has fallen apart in transit.
To keep back rightfully (a part), as if by cutting off, so as to diminish a sum due; to take off (a part) from damages; to deduct; as, where a landlord recouped the rent of premises from damages awarded to the plaintiff for eviction.
retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments; "My employer is withholding taxes"