noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
return gift; reciprocal gesture; something done in return
A gift, favor, or gesture given in return for something received, often as thanks. Common in social and business etiquette.
お歳暮のお返しに、デパートで返礼の品を選んだ。
As a return for the year-end gift, I chose a return present at the department store.
Since I received a congratulatory gift, I sent a letter in return.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
retaliation; revenge; payback
An act of retaliation or revenge, often in a hostile or competitive context. Less common than sense 1; typically used in literary or dramatic settings.
敵の攻撃に対して、すぐに返礼の一撃を加えた。
In response to the enemy's attack, they immediately struck back in retaliation.