an association between two organisms in which each benefits.
mutual+ism
Shared component: mutual · reciprocal
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mutual
reciprocal
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Shared components, not spelling prefixesof or relating to a reciprocal arrangement in which two or more parties agree to help each other
mutual+aid
Shared component: mutual · reciprocal
describing a relationship between two different living organisms that benefits both.
mutual+istic
Shared component: mutual · reciprocal
mutuallyExtended relation
In a way that is felt, done, or experienced equally by two or more parties.
mutu+al+ly
Extended relation: mutual · reciprocal
mutualityExtended relation
The state or quality of two or more people or things feeling or acting the same way towards each other; a reciprocal relationship.
mutual+ity
Extended relation: mutual · reciprocal