reciprocity
pronunciation
How to pronounce reciprocity in British English:
UK [ˌresɪˈprɒsəti]
How to pronounce reciprocity in American English:
US [ˌresɪˈprɑːsəti]
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- Noun:
- a relation of mutual dependence or action or influence
- mutual exchange of commercial or other privileges
Word Origin
- reciprocity (n.)
- 1766, from French réciprocité (18c.), from reciproque, from Latin reciprocus, past participle of reciprocare (see reciprocal).
Example
- 1. Measured trust begins with small acts that foster reciprocity .
- 2. Then there are reciprocity networks for introductions .
- 3. What will really make a difference in that regard is reciprocity .
- 4. But a better form of reciprocity is the mutual opening of markets .
- 5. The secret power of this approach is reciprocity .