reciprocity
noun
- 1
The characteristic of being reciprocal, e.g. of a relationship between people.
“In a friendship, reciprocity occurs where the contribution of each party meets the expectations of the other party.”
- 2
A reciprocal relationship.
- 3
A relation of mutual dependence or action or influence.
- 4
(grammar) 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.
- 5
The mutual exchange of rights, privileges or obligations between nations. see: Wikipedia:Reciprocity (international relations).
- 6
The responses of individuals to the actions of others.
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