Mid 16th century; earliest use found in Thomas More (1478–1535), lord chancellor, humanist, and martyr. From re- + quit, as alteration of requite. Compare discussion at quit.
Definition of requit in US English:
requit
verbrɪˈkwɪt
with objectTo repay, requite.
Origin
Mid 16th century; earliest use found in Thomas More (1478–1535), lord chancellor, humanist, and martyr. From re- + quit, as alteration of requite. Compare discussion at quit.