How to Pronounce "receptor"
word
ɹiˈsɛptɝ
ri-SEP-ter
ɹɪsˈɛptɐ
ri-SEP-tuh
Definition
A receptor is a part of a cell or system that receives and responds to signals, such as chemicals, light, or sound. In science, it usually refers to proteins in the body that detect signals or stimuli.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈsɛptɝ
British English
ɹɪsˈɛptɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-SEP-ter
UK
ri-SEP-tuh
Listen in Context
A hormone binds to its receptor in the cell membrane.
Light detected by an eye's receptors helps us see.
Some medicines block pain receptors in the brain.
Your nose has different smell receptors for every type of scent.