receive

US /rɪˈsiːv/
UK /rɪˈsiːv/
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1.

be given, presented with, or paid (something)

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She received a letter from her friend.
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He receives a good salary.
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getobtainacquiregainbe given
2.

suffer (an injury or setback)

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The company received a major blow from the economic downturn.
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He received a serious injury in the accident.
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sufferexperienceundergosustainincur
3.

form an idea or impression of

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How did you receive the news?
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The proposal was not well received.
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perceiveinterpretunderstandapprehendtake
4.

allow (a television or radio set) to pick up (a broadcast or signal)

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This old radio can still receive signals from far away.
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The antenna helps the TV receive clearer channels.
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pick updetectinterceptcapture
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receiverreceivablesaccounts receivablewide receiverbe on the receiving end