Definition of recourse

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  • recourse is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • recourse is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • recourse is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of recourse

  • something or someone turned to for assistance or security (noun)

    Examples

    1. his only recourse was the police

    Synonyms

    1. refuge
    2. resort
  • act of turning to for assistance (noun)

    Examples

    1. have recourse to the courts

    Synonyms

    1. refuge
    2. resort

See definition of recourse in Merriam Webster