1. to get back something that was lost, taken away, or given up
2. to make land suitable for use, especially by draining water or removing waste
3. to demand the return of something as a right

Examples

• She went to reclaim her lost luggage at the airport.
• The city plans to reclaim the abandoned lot and turn it into a park.
• Engineers are working to reclaim wetlands that were damaged by pollution.
• He tried to reclaim his reputation after the scandal.
• The organization helps reclaim young people from lives of crime.
• You can reclaim your deposit when you return the equipment.
• They reclaimed thousands of acres of desert for farming.