Dictionary entry

Reciprocity

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Rec′i‐proc″i‐ty (rĕs′ĭ‐prŏs″ĭ‐ty̆), n. [Cf. F. réciprocité. See Reciprocal.] 1. Mutual action and reaction.

2. Reciprocal advantages, obligations, or rights; reciprocation.

Reciprocity treaty, orTreaty 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.