reciprocal

noun
[L326465]

Forms

  • singular : reciprocal
  • plural : reciprocals

Senses

  • of a number x, 1 divided by x

reciprocal

adjective
[L227558]

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • positive : reciprocal

Senses

  • linguistic structure that marks a particular kind of relationship between two noun phrases
  • respond in kind, building a relationship of mutual dependency
  • move back and forth alternately