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| Term | reciprocal clasp |
| Pronunciation | rih-SIH-pruh-kul ... |
| Variations | reciprocal arm, bracing arm |
| See also | reciprocal |
| Definition | The rigid arm of a clasp that stabilizes the appliance and opposes any pressure exerted by the retentive arm. |
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