CLAW BACK Meaning and
Definition
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Claw back is an idiomatic expression used to represent the act of reclaiming or recovering something, usually money or assets that were previously acquired but are now being retrieved due to various circumstances, often legal or financial. The term "claw back" is derived from the physical action of a claw gripping onto something and pulling it back towards oneself.
In a financial context, claw back refers to the process of taking back previously paid compensation or benefits from an individual or institution. This may occur when there is evidence of fraud, misconduct, or violation of contractual terms. For example, if an employee receives a signing bonus but leaves the company before a predetermined period, the company may claw back the bonus as per the agreement.
Claw backs are also observed in the legal domain, particularly when governments or regulatory bodies seek to recover assets that were acquired illegally or as a result of criminal activities. In such cases, authorities may employ legal mechanisms to claw back ill-gotten gains or seize property.
Overall, "claw back" implies retrieving or recovering something that was previously granted or obtained, with the intention of rectifying an unfair or unauthorized situation. It encapsulates the idea of reclaiming what rightfully belongs to a party, often through legal or contractual means.
Common Misspellings for CLAW BACK
- clawback
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- claback
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Etymology of CLAW BACK
The phrase "claw back" has its origins in the noun "claw" and the verb "back".
The word "claw" comes from the Old English word "clawu", which referred to the sharp, curved nails found on the feet or hands of certain animals, such as birds, cats, or bears. Over time, "claw" began to be used metaphorically to describe the action of gripping or scratching with the fingers or nails, like the action of an animal using its claws.
The term "back" has several meanings, but in the context of "claw back", it refers to "recovering" or returning something to its original state or position. It suggests the idea of retrieving or regaining something that was lost or taken away.
Idioms with the word CLAW BACK
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claw back
To recover or reclaim something, especially money or assets that were previously lost or given away, often through aggressive or forceful means.
Similar spelling word for CLAW BACK
Conjugate verb Claw back
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