reciprocates in English
verb
1
respond to (a gesture or action) by making a corresponding one.
the favor was reciprocated
synonyms:do the same (in return)respond in kindreturn the favor
2
(of a part of a machine) move backward and forward in a straight line.
a reciprocating blade
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1. Mill stand which forms material as it reciprocates between adjustable rolls.
2. The cutting cap 14 reciprocates relative to the distal opening 32 in the guide tube 12 to cut and/or abrade tissues within an intervertebral disc.
3. The exterior surface of Crosshead 320 is equipped with spiraling lubrication channels 415 which allow lubricant to travel between the Crosshead 320 and the cylinder 350 as the Crosshead reciprocates within the cylinder.