Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Receptor.
Receptor - as a noun
A cellular structure that is postulated to exist in order to mediate between a chemical agent that acts on nervous tissue and the physiological response
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
anatomical structurebodily structurebody structurecomplex body partstructure11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An organ having nerve endings (in the skin or viscera or eye or ear or nose or mouth) that respond to stimulation
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sense organsensory receptorHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
lateral linelateral line organenteroceptorinteroceptor16
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exteroceptor23pineal eyethird eyebaroreceptor18chemoreceptor24thermoreceptor23eye6oculus8optic9ear3organ of hearinginner earinternal earlabyrinth17semicircular canalstretch receptor
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Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
effector16Example Sentences
"The taste receptor on your tongue allows you to perceive different flavors."
"The olfactory receptors in your nose help you detect different smells."
"The receptor cells in your eyes enable you to see light and color."
"The auditory receptor in the ear allows you to hear sounds."
"The skin has various receptors that allow you to feel sensations like pain, pressure, and temperature."
Word Game Points
Is RECEPTOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, receptor is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RECEPTOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is RECEPTOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, receptor is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRECEPTOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is RECEPTOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, receptor is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRECEPTOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
