regain

American  

[ree-geyn] / riˈgeɪn /

verb (used with object)

1. to get again; recover.

   to regain one's health.

2. to succeed in reaching again; get back to.

   to regain the shore.

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noun

1. (in a moisture-free fabric) the percentage of the weight that represents the amount of moisture the material is expected to absorb under normal conditions.

regain British  

verb

1. to take or get back; recover

2. to reach again

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noun

1. the process of getting something back, esp lost weight

   this regain was inevitable

Other Word Forms

• half-regained adjective
• regainable adjective
• regainer noun
• unregainable adjective
• unregained adjective

Etymology

Origin of regain

First recorded in 1540–50; re- + gain ¹

Example Sentences

Many in the industry are wondering if it has the necessary firepower to regain all the lost ground.

From BBC

But at the very least, investors should think twice about buying the dip, and wait for another sign that suggests bulls have regained their strength.

From MarketWatch

Danni said she had to push him to regain some independence for the sake of their family: "Being completely and brutally honest, something had to change as it was going to ruin our marriage."

From BBC

In his Friday speech, Musalem acknowledged that the job market has slowed over the past 18 months, but said that it has shown signs of regaining its footing.

From The Wall Street Journal

Alexander Zhulin, one of Russia's top figure skating coaches and an Olympic medallist, said he was "convinced that Valieva will be able to regain her magnificent form".

From Barron's

Related Words

• achieve
• attain
• gain
• reach
• recapture
• reclaim
• recoup
• recover
• retake
• return to
• take back
• win back