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reciprocity

UK //ˌrɛsɪˈprɒsɪti//US //ˌrɛsɪˈprɑːsəti//

词源

源自拉丁语 'reciprocus'(意为'来回移动的'),通过法语 'réciprocité' 进入英语,最早记录于18世纪。

noun

❶ 指双方互相给予或交换同等利益、帮助或待遇的关系,强调互惠互利的行为或原则。

“The treaty was based on the principle of reciprocity between the two nations.”

(该条约基于两国之间的互惠原则。)

“In friendship, reciprocity is essential to maintain a healthy relationship.”

(在友谊中,互惠是维持健康关系的关键。)

同义词:mutuality, exchange, give-and-take

常见短语

reciprocity agreement — 指双方或多方达成的协议,规定彼此在特定领域(如贸易、签证)给予对等的权利或待遇。

“The two countries signed a reciprocity agreement to waive visa requirements for their citizens.”

(两国签署了互惠协议,免除对方公民的签证要求。)