Meaning of the word receiver in English

What does receiver mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

receiver

US /rɪˈsiː.vɚ/

UK /rɪˈsiː.vɚ/

a person who receives something

Example:

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The receiver of the gift was very happy.

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He acted as the receiver for the stolen goods.

Synonym:

recipient addressee legatee donee grantee

a device that receives electrical signals and converts them into sound or light, for example, a radio or television

Example:

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The old radio receiver still works perfectly.

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He adjusted the satellite receiver to get a clearer picture.

Synonym:

receiver tuner transceiver

the part of a telephone that you hold to your ear to hear the person you are talking to

Example:

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She picked up the receiver and dialed the number.

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He put the receiver back on the hook.

Synonym:

handset earpiece

a player on an American football team whose role is to catch passes thrown by the quarterback

Example:

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The wide receiver made an incredible catch in the end zone.

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The quarterback threw a perfect pass to his star receiver.

Synonym:

wide receiver tight end

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