Pronunciation: [ɹɪkˈɔːs] (IPA) 
The word "recourse" is spelled /rɪˈkɔːrs/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced as "rih" with the short "i" sound, followed by a stress on the second syllable "kors" with the vowel sound "aw" as in "law". This word means the act of turning to something or someone for assistance, usually as a last resort. It is important to use correct spelling and pronunciation to convey clear communication and avoid confusion.
Recourse, as a noun, refers to a person's or entity's option or alternative course of action when faced with a difficult or challenging situation. It denotes the act of seeking help, assistance, or relief from someone or something during times of need or difficulty. A recourse is typically sought when the individual or organization lacks the necessary means or resources to resolve the issue on their own.
In legal terms, recourse often refers to the right that creditors have to recover their debts from a debtor's assets or income. It allows the creditors to take legal action or pursue other means to retrieve the owed amount when the debtor fails to fulfill their monetary obligations.
The term can also be used in a general context to describe the act of turning to someone or something for support or guidance. For example, individuals may seek recourse from close friends or family members during personal crises, or a company might turn to experts or consultants for recourse when facing complex problems within their industry.
Recourse can also be used as a verb, though less commonly, to indicate the act of seeking help or assistance. However, it is more frequently used as a noun to describe the available options or alternatives that one can turn to when faced with adversity or difficulty.
A going to with a request or application; resort; application of efforts, labour, or art.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word recourse originated from the Latin word recursus, which is the past participle of the verb recurrere. Recurrere is a combination of the prefix re- meaning back or again, and currere meaning to run. So, recursus literally means a running back or a running again. Over time, the word evolved in English to mean seeking or turning to one's resources or someone else for help, support, or assistance, which is the modern definition of recourse.
