nonreciprocating
/ˌnɑnrɪˈsɪprəˌkeɪtɪŋ/
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- Not given or done in return; not mutual.
- The treaty was criticized for its nonreciprocating trade terms.
- His nonreciprocating smile made the conversation awkward.
- She felt hurt by his nonreciprocating attitude in their friendship.
- Describing a machine or part that does not move back and forth in a straight line.
- Nonreciprocating pumps are often quieter than traditional ones.
- The engine uses a nonreciprocating rotary design instead of pistons.
- Engineers prefer nonreciprocating mechanisms for high-speed applications.
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