Reciprocity
(noun)
- The practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit, especially privileges granted by one country or organization to another.
- The mutual exchange of privileges or benefits; mutuality.
Origin:
From latin reciprocus (moving back and forth), from re- (back) + pro- (forward) + -cus (moving), from the verb ciere (to move).
Examples:
- The two countries signed a treaty of reciprocity on trade agreements.
- The reciprocity of the partnership was beneficial for both companies.
- The reciprocity agreement allows citizens of both countries to work in the other without a special visa.
- The principle of reciprocity is often used in social interactions and relationships.
- The reciprocity in their friendship was mutual respect and trust.