Main Entry:

rec·i·proc·i·ty

Pronunciation:

\ˌre-sə-ˈprä-s(ə-)tē\

Function:

noun

Inflected Form(s):

plural rec·i·proc·i·ties

Date:

1766

1: the quality or state of being reciprocal : mutual dependence, action, or influence2: a mutual exchange of privileges ; specifically : a recognition by one of two countries or institutions of the validity of licenses or privileges granted by the other