Definition

A type of sensory organ found in some fish that can sense electric fields in the water.

Example

Sharks use their electroreceptors to detect the electric signals produced by their prey.

Conversation

Did you know that some fish have an electroreceptor system to detect electric fields?

Really? That's so interesting! How does it work?

It helps them sense their environment and find prey, especially in murky waters.

Wow, nature is amazing! I never knew fish had such cool abilities.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Electroreceptor → It is formed from "electro-" (from Greek "ēlektron", meaning amber or electricity) and "receptor" (from Latin "recipere", meaning to receive). The word describes a sensory organ that receives electrical signals.

Memory Tip

Think of 'electricity' ('electro-') being 'received' ('receptor') by a special organ — that's what an electroreceptor does.

Visually Confused Words