World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesReceptor
/rɪˈsɛptər/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A protein molecule that receives and responds to signals from outside a cell.
"The receptor on the cell surface binds to the hormone, triggering a response." - 2
A device or apparatus that receives signals, such as radio waves.
"The radio's receptor picked up the broadcast clearly."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'receptor' originates from the Latin word 'receptorem', meaning 'one who receives'. It evolved through the Middle Ages into the modern scientific context, where it refers to a structure that receives signals or stimuli.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Receptor"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Receptor" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
récepteur
Transliteration: ʁe.sɛp.tœʁ
"Le récepteur sur la surface de la cellule se lie à l'hormone."
Rezeptor
Transliteration: ʁeˈt͡seːptɔʁ
"Der Rezeptor auf der Zelloberfläche bindet das Hormon."
recettore
Transliteration: retʃetˈto.re
"Il recettore sulla superficie della cellula si lega all'ormone."
receptor
Transliteration: reθepˈtoɾ
"El receptor en la superficie de la célula se une a la hormona."
receptor
Transliteration: ʁe.sepˈtoʁ
"O receptor na superfície da célula se liga ao hormônio."
ग्राही
Transliteration: grāhī
"कोशिका की सतह पर ग्राही हार्मोन से जुड़ता है।"
受体
Transliteration: shòutǐ
"细胞表面的受体与激素结合。"
수용체
Transliteration: suyongche
"세포 표면의 수용체가 호르몬과 결합합니다."
受容体
Transliteration: じゅようたい
"細胞表面の受容体がホルモンと結合します。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Receptor"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.