word
Reciprocate
Rih-SIH-pruh-kayt
/rɪˈsɪprʌˌkeɪt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
reciprocate
Dictionary meaning
Alternate the direction of motion of.
Examples
- The engine reciprocates the propeller.
- We always invite the neighbors and they never reciprocate!
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