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reciprocal development

[/ˌresɪˈprɒkəl dɪˈveləpmənt/]
nounpl: reciprocal developments
desenvolvimento recíproco
1. A process of mutual growth or advancement where two or more entities develop together, each contributing to and benefiting from the progress of the others
The reciprocal development of trade between the two nations strengthened their economies.
O desenvolvimento recíproco do comércio entre as duas nações fortaleceu suas economias.
2. In biology and ecology, the co-evolutionary advancement of interdependent organisms or systems
Reciprocal development between flowering plants and their pollinators led to remarkable adaptations.
O desenvolvimento recíproco entre plantas com flores e seus polinizadores levou a adaptações notáveis.
3. In organizational or social contexts, simultaneous and complementary improvement of interconnected components or groups
Reciprocal development of skills among team members improved overall project performance.
O desenvolvimento recíproco de habilidades entre membros da equipe melhorou o desempenho geral do projeto.
Synonyms
mutual developmentco-developmentsymbiotic developmentinterdependent growth
Antonyms
unilateral developmentindependent developmentisolated growth

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desenvolvimento recíproco
Standard usage in business and scientific contexts
São Paulo
desenvolvimento mútuo
Common alternative in corporate environments
Portugal
desenvolvimento recíproco
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

two-way street
mutual benefit
give and take
scratch my back and I'll scratch yours
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