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receptor

[rɪˈsɛptər]

receptor Definition

  • 1a protein molecule on the surface of a cell that binds to specific molecules, such as hormones or neurotransmitters, and initiates a response in the cell
  • 2an organ or structure that receives stimuli, such as sound waves, light, or touch, and sends signals to the nervous system

Using receptor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "receptor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The insulin receptor is responsible for regulating glucose metabolism.

  • Example

    The ear is a receptor for sound waves.

  • Example

    The skin is a receptor for touch and temperature.

receptor Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for receptor

Phrases with receptor

  • olfactory receptor

    a sensory receptor in the nose that responds to odor molecules

    Example

    The olfactory receptor is responsible for our sense of smell.

  • a specialized receptor cell in the retina that responds to light

    Example

    The rods and cones in the eye are photoreceptors that allow us to see.

  • a sensory receptor on the tongue that responds to taste molecules

    Example

    The taste receptor is responsible for our sense of taste.

Origins of receptor

from Latin 'receptus', meaning 'received'

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Summary: receptor in Brief

A 'receptor' [rɪˈsɛptər] can refer to a protein molecule on the surface of a cell that binds to specific molecules and initiates a response in the cell, or an organ or structure that receives stimuli and sends signals to the nervous system. Examples include the insulin receptor, which regulates glucose metabolism, and the ear, which is a receptor for sound waves.

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