English dictionary
reciprocate
/r/I/'s/I/pr/@/,k/eI/t/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
verb
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act, feel, or give mutually or in return
ExamplesWe always invite the neighbors and they never reciprocate!
Source: WordNet 3.0
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alternate the direction of motion of
ExamplesThe engine reciprocates the propeller.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To move forward and backward alternately; to recur in vicissitude; to act interchangeably; to alternate.
Source: webster1913
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To give and return mutually; to make return for; to give in return; to interchange; to alternate; as, to <i>reciprocate</i> favors.
Source: webster1913