[corresponding] adj (1579) 1 a: having or participating in the same relationship (as kind, degree, position, correspondence, or function) esp. with regard to the same or like wholes (as geometric figures or sets) "~ parts of similar triangles" b: related, accompanying "all rights carry with them ~ responsibilities --W. P. Paepcke"
2. a: charged with the duty of writing letters "~ secretary" b: participating or serving at a distance and by mail "a ~ member of the society" -- cor.re.spond.ing.ly adv