Reciprocity
Pronunciation : Rec`i*proc"i*ty
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Cf. F. r?ciprocit?. See Reciprocal.]
Definition : 1. Mutual action and reaction.
2. Reciprocal advantages, obligations, or rights; reciprocation. Reciprocity treaty, or Treaty of reciprocity, a treaty concluded between two countries, conferring equal privileges as regards customs or charges on imports, or in other respects.
Syn. -- Reciprocation; interchange; mutuality.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913