reciprocally
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/rɪˈsɪprəkli/
(reciprocal)
mutual exchange
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reciprocally' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reciprocus,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'pro-' meant 'forward.'
Historical Evolution
'reciprocus' transformed into the French word 'reciproque,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reciprocal' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'moving back and forth,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'mutual or shared.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a mutual or shared manner.
The two companies agreed to work reciprocally to achieve their goals.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35