reacclaim

/riːˈækleɪm/

Definitions

1. verb

to claim or take possession of something again, especially land or territory

“The government reacclaimed the disputed territory and restored sovereignty.”

2. verb

to assert or claim something again, especially a right or title

“The family reacclaimed their ancestral home and estate.”

3. noun

the act of claiming or taking possession of something again

“The reclamation of the abandoned land was a major project for the community.”

Synonyms

  • reclaim
  • repossess
  • retake

Antonyms

  • abandon
  • cede
  • release