HyperDic: reciprocal_pronoun

English > 1 sense of the expression reciprocal pronoun:
NOUNcommunicationreciprocal pronouna pronoun or pronominal phrase (as 'each other') that expresses a mutual action or relationship between the individuals indicated in the plural subject
English > reciprocal pronoun: 1 sense > noun 1, communication
MeaningA pronoun or pronominal phrase (as 'each other') that expresses a mutual action or relationship between the individuals indicated in the plural subject.
Example"The sentence 'They cared for each other' contains a reciprocal pronoun"
BroaderpronounA function word that is used in place of a noun or noun phrase

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