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1. (n.) receptor
a protein molecule, usu. on the surface of a cell, that is capable of binding to a complementary molecule, as a hormone, antibody, or antigen.
2. receptor
a sensory nerve ending or sense organ that is sensitive to stimuli.
Etymology: (1900–05)
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1. (noun) receptor
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
2. (noun) sense organ, sensory receptor, receptor
an organ having nerve endings (in the skin or viscera or eye or ear or nose or mouth) that respond to stimulation
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