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Rezeptor — meaning in English

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English meaning

receptor noun A structure in a cell or on its surface that detects and responds to specific signals or substances.

Senses

Rezeptor is used for these senses in English:

receptor (biochemistry, medicine) A protein on a cell wall that binds with specific molecules so that they can be absorbed into the cell in order to control certain functions.
receptor (biology) Any specialized cell or structure that responds to sensory stimuli.

receptor — full definition

noun A structure in a cell or on its surface that detects and responds to specific signals or substances.
noun A body structure or cell that responds to sensory stimuli such as light, sound, or touch.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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