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reciprocity

[res-uh-pros-i-tee]

noun

  1. a reciprocal state or relation.

  2. reciprocation; mutual exchange.

  3. the relation or policy in commercial dealings between countries by which corresponding advantages or privileges are granted by each country to the citizens of the other.



reciprocity

/ ˌɛɪˈɒɪɪ /

noun

  1. reciprocal action or relation

  2. a mutual exchange of commercial or other privileges

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Other 51Թ Forms

  • nonreciprocity noun
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of reciprocity1

First recorded in 1760–70; from Latin reciproc(us) ( reciprocal ) + -ity
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of reciprocity1

C18: via French from Latin reciprocus reciprocal
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Chad President Mahamat Déby said he has told his government to "act in accordance with the principles of reciprocity" and has suspended issuing visas to US citizens.

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In the 2013 push for concealed carry reciprocity, the bill failed 57 to 43 in the Senate, with 44 Republicans and 13 Democrats voting in favor of the legislation.

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He said China opposes such "bullying practices" and the US must show "an attitude of equality, mutual respect, and reciprocity" if it hopes to resolve issues through negotiation.

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He warned that American citizens traveling to other countries, especially those in Europe with reciprocity treaties governing their visas, should expect to face increased scrutiny and similar treatment as the Trump administration has deployed here.

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Mejia added that she feels exceptionally seen and supported in Leimert Park, which lends itself to a natural reciprocity on her part.

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When To Use

What does reciprocity mean?

Reciprocity is a relation or state in which two people or groups perform mutual or corresponding actions based on the actions of the other.The related verb reciprocate means to do something in response to an action in a way that corresponds or is somehow equivalent to that action. Such actions or relations can be described as reciprocal. The word reciprocation refers to an act of reciprocating—or a specific instance of it—and can be used as a synonym for reciprocity in some cases.Reciprocity often refers to a mutual exchange. Between people, this can be an exchange of things like effort or affection. But the word is especially used to refer to a reciprocal relationship between two countries involving mutual policies or aid. Two countries that engage in reciprocity may extend certain advantages or privileges to each other’s citizens, or may require certain obligations required by the other country, such as document fees.Example: Most diplomatic relations are based on reciprocity.

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