precovery
The use of previously gathered data to recover a recently discovered objectThe use of previously gathered data (especially photographic images) to recover a recently discovered object (typically a small solar system body).
Meaning
2 sensesThe use of previously gathered data (especially photographic images) to recover a recently discovered object (typically a small solar system body).
(slang)The act of resting before a long night, weekend or season of binge drinking.
Origin
Blend of pre- + recovery.Blend of pre- + recovery.
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Forms
plural: precoveries| Singular | precovery |
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Word family
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