Reciprocate

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ɹɪˈsɪpɹəˌkeɪt/

Origin

From Latin reciprocātus, past participle of reciprocāre ("to move back and forth").

Full definition of reciprocate

Verb

1. (transitive) To mutually give and take something; to interchange.
2. (transitive) To give something in response.
3. (intransitive) To move backwards and forwards, like a piston.
• DrydenOne brawny smith the puffing bellows plies,
  And draws and blows reciprocating air.
4. (intransitive) To counter, retort or retaliate.