This meaning shows that two or more people share the same feeling or action equally. It often shows emotional or social connection between people or groups.
They have mutual respect for each other.
We have mutual friends in this city.
Used in formal or technical contexts, this meaning refers to something done by two or more groups or people for one another. It highlights cooperation or exchange.
The countries signed a mutual agreement.
They offered mutual help during hard times.
In finance and insurance, 'mutual' describes companies owned by members or policyholders who share any gains or losses. It shows shared ownership or benefits.
She works for a mutual insurance company.
A mutual fund pools money from many investors.
In technical fields like math and logic, 'mutual' describes properties or relations that apply both ways equally. It often relates to symmetries or exclusivity.
Mutual exclusivity means two events cannot happen together.
In logic, mutual implication shows two statements prove each other.
In biology, 'mutual' describes a relationship where two different species help each other and both get benefits. It is a friendly connection in nature.
They live in a mutual relationship in the forest.
Mutualism helps both species stay alive.
This meaning refers to feelings, decisions, or ideas that two or more people have in common. It shows agreement or understanding between them.
They reached a mutual decision quickly.
Mutual trust is important in friendship.
