Definition

A person or device that receives something, such as signals, messages, or goods.

Example

The receiver picked up the radio signals and played the music clearly.

Conversation

Did you manage to fix your phone's receiver?

Not yet, it still has trouble picking up calls.

Maybe you should take it to a repair shop that specializes in receivers.

That's a good idea; I'll look for one nearby.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Receiver → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "capere" (meaning to take or seize). The word describes someone who takes something again or receives something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'taking' ('capere') something 'again' ('re-') — that's why a receiver is someone who receives.

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