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Nonreciprocating

Definition:

Not capable of being returned, exchanged, or given in the same way or degree.

Part of Speech:

Adjective

Senses:

1. Not reciprocating in a social or emotional context:

Refers to a person or behavior that does not respond or show a similar level of interest, kindness, or affection towards another person.

Example sentence: She realized their friendship was one-sided and nonreciprocating as he never bothered to keep in touch.

2. Not reciprocating in a mechanical context:

Refers to machinery or devices that do not move or operate in a back-and-forth motion.

Example sentence: The nonreciprocating saw was more suitable for precision cutting due to its one-way blade movement.

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