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reciprocity.

The characteristic of being reciprocal, e.g. of a relationship between people.

11 characters5 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˌrɛsəˈprɑsəti/US
  1. The characteristic of being reciprocal, e.g. of a relationship between people.

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    In a friendship, reciprocity occurs where the contribution of each party meets the expectations of the other party.
  2. A reciprocal relationship.

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  3. A relation of mutual dependence or action or influence.

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  4. A reciprocal construction involves two noun phrases where each of the participants occupies both the role of agent and patient with respect to the other. see: Wikipedia:Reciprocal pronoun.

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  5. The mutual exchange of rights, privileges or obligations between nations. see: Wikipedia:Reciprocity (international relations).

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  6. The responses of individuals to the actions of others.

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Where this word comes from

From French réciprocité.

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