equivalency

American  

[ih-kwiv-uh-luhn-see] / ɪˈkwɪv ə lən si /

noun

PLURAL

equivalencies

1. equivalence.

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equivalency British  

/ ˌɛkwɪˈveɪlənsɪ /

noun

1. chem the state of having equal valencies

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Other Word Forms

• equivalent adjective
• nonequivalency noun

Etymology

Origin of equivalency

From the Medieval Latin word aequivalentia, dating back to 1525–35. See equivalent, -ency

Example Sentences

“We encourage the Administration to ensure that any adjustments to Argentina’s tariff-rate quota or inspection regime be contingent on verified equivalency and reciprocal market access for American beef.”

From Salon

“It’s a false equivalency,” he said, “to say that we need to do everything on an even keel in California, but Texas” — which redrew its political map to boost Republicans — “can do whatever they want.”

From Los Angeles Times

So after three decades of spousal equivalency, we tied the knot.

From Los Angeles Times

I was happy with spousal equivalency, with the idea that every day Carlos and I chose each other without needing the state to ratify it.

From Los Angeles Times

After all those years of joking about “spousal equivalency,” it turns out the real equivalency is this: permanence on paper versus permanence in practice.

From Los Angeles Times