reciprocation

noun

re·​cip·​ro·​ca·​tion ri-ˌsi-prə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce reciprocation (audio)
1
a
: a mutual exchange
b
: a return in kind or of like value
2
: an alternating motion
reciprocative adjective

Examples of reciprocation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web With admiration and love, reciprocation isn’t necessary. Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2024 After years of collaborating with others, Akers is starting to feel reciprocation from her community with the opening of Saint Helen’s House. Maria Maea, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2024 Leos demand respect and honour for their kindness to their friends and brood, so no deed is done without reciprocation. Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 2 Aug. 2024 There are political ramifications here, beyond overt sympathy for Trump (and, by some measures, reciprocation). Philip Bump, Washington Post, 12 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for reciprocation 

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Word History

First Known Use

1561, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of reciprocation was in 1561

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“Reciprocation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reciprocation. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.

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