mutuality
|mu-tu-al-i-ty|
/ˌmjuːˈtʃælɪti/
reciprocal sharing
Etymology
'mutuality' originates from Latin via Old French and English, specifically from the Latin word 'mutuus', where 'mutuus' meant 'borrowed, reciprocal'.
'mutuality' changed from Latin 'mutuus' into Medieval Latin/Old French forms such as 'mutualis' and 'mutuel', and English adopted 'mutual' before forming the noun 'mutuality' in Modern English.
Initially it related to the idea of 'borrowed' or 'reciprocal' (from Latin 'mutuus'), but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the quality or state of being mutual; reciprocity or shared relations'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being mutual; reciprocity or shared relationship between two or more parties.
The mutuality of respect between the two teams improved cooperation.
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Noun 2
reciprocal sharing of feelings, duties, interests, or obligations among people or groups.
There was a strong mutuality of interests among the committee members.
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Noun 3
the principle or condition of organizations structured on mutual ownership or mutual benefit (e.g., mutual insurance companies).
Mutuality in insurance means policyholders share in profits and losses.
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Last updated: 2025/08/19 15:12