recap

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to put a cap or lid back on a container.

v. to replace a cap or closure on a container to seal it again.

“Make sure you recap the glue tightly so it does not dry out.”

“The laboratory protocol requires technicians to recap all chemical vials immediately after use to prevent evaporation or contamination.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Informal

n. a short description that gives the main points of something.

n. a concise summary or recapitulation of previous events or information.

“If you missed the first episode, here is a quick recap of the story.”

“The news anchor provided a brief recap of the day's legislative developments before introducing the guest commentator for a deeper analysis.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Technical · Formal

n. a change in how a company manages its debt and money.

n. a leveraged recapitalization involving a significant change in a company's capital structure, typically by increasing debt to pay dividends.

“The company announced a recap to help pay back its investors.”

“Market analysts predicted that the proposed recap would significantly increase the firm's debt-to-equity ratio, potentially impacting its long-term credit rating.”