Reciprocal Synonyms & Definitions

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• ReciprocalDefinition & Meaning in English

1. (n.) That which is reciprocal to another thing.
2. (a.) Reflexive; -- applied to pronouns and verbs, but sometimes limited to such pronouns as express mutual action.
3. (a.) Used to denote different kinds of mutual relation; often with reference to the substitution of reciprocals for given quantities. See the Phrases below.
4. (a.) Recurring in vicissitude; alternate.
5. (n.) The quotient arising from dividing unity by any quantity; thus, / is the reciprocal of 4; 1/(a +b) is the reciprocal of a + b. The reciprocal of a fraction is the fraction inverted, or the denominator divided by the numerator.
6. (a.) Done by each to the other; interchanging or interchanged; given and received; due from each to each; mutual; as, reciprocal love; reciprocal duties.
7. (a.) Mutually interchangeable.

• ReciprocalityDefinition & Meaning in English

1. (n.) The quality or condition of being reciprocal; reciprocalness.