1. the process of claiming back or recovering something
2. the process of making land suitable for cultivation or other use, especially by draining marshes or irrigating deserts
3. the process of extracting useful materials from waste products

Examples

• The reclamation of the stolen artwork took years of legal battles.
• Land reclamation projects have created new farmland from desert areas.
• The city invested in wetland reclamation to restore the natural habitat.
• Metal reclamation from old electronics helps reduce mining needs.
• The reclamation of her reputation required tremendous effort.
• Coastal reclamation has expanded the city’s waterfront area.
• The company specializes in the reclamation of valuable materials from industrial waste.