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reciprocal

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/rɪˈsɪprəkl/
US
/rɪˈsɪprəkl/

Translations

reciprocalnoun
reciprocals
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/rɪˈsɪprəkəl/
US
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l'inverseMathématiques.
The reciprocal of 5 is 1/5.
L'inverse de 5 est 1/5.
Additional translations
contrepartieSens de « correspondant » ou « équivalent » dans un contexte formel.
Synonyms
reciprocal element
multiplicative inverse
inverse
reciprocal number
reciprocal value
inverse element
reciprocaladjective
more reciprocal
Comp.
most reciprocal
Super.
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/rɪˈsɪprəkl/
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réciproqueMathématiques.
Seven and one-seventh are reciprocal numbers in arithmetic.
Sept et un septième sont des nombres réciproques en arithmétique.
Their relationship was based on reciprocal respect and understanding.
Leur relation reposait sur un respect et une compréhension réciproques.
Additional translations
mutuelS'emploie surtout dans des contextes généraux ou abstraits.
Synonyms
interchangeable
corresponding
complementary
mutual
shared
joint

Definitions

reciprocalnoun
A mathematical expression or function so related to another that their product is one; the quantity obtained by dividing the number one by a given quantity.
The reciprocal of 5 is 1/5.
A counterpart or equivalent in a different context or system.
Each clause in the contract has a reciprocal to balance the obligations.
reciprocaladjective
Given, felt, or done in return; mutual.
Their relationship was based on reciprocal respect and understanding.
Concerning or involving an exchange or interaction between two or more parties.
The two countries signed a reciprocal trade agreement to benefit both economies.
(Mathematics) Relating to a quantity or function whose product with a given quantity is one; pertaining to a multiplicative inverse.
Seven and one-seventh are reciprocal numbers in arithmetic.
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