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mutuality

DEFINITIONS OF: mutuality

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n a reciprocal relation between interdependent entities (objects or individuals or groups)

Synonyms:
interdependence, interdependency
Types:
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commensalism
the relation between two different kinds of organisms when one receives benefits from the other without damaging it
parasitism
the relation between two different kinds of organisms in which one receives benefits from the other by causing damage to it (usually not fatal damage)
mutualism, symbiosis
the relation between two different species of organisms that are interdependent; each gains benefits from the other
sharing
having in common
sharing
using or enjoying something jointly with others
trophobiosis
a symbiotic relation in which one organism protects the other in return for some kind of food product
time sharing
(computer science) the use of a central computer by many users simultaneously
Type of:
reciprocality, reciprocity
a relation of mutual dependence or action or influence

n a reciprocality of sentiments

“the mutuality of their affection was obvious”
Synonyms:
mutualness
Type of:
reciprocality, reciprocity
a relation of mutual dependence or action or influence
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