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How to Say "receptor" in Spanish

The Spanish word forreceptoris receptorC1 level.

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nounC1formal
biological nerve ending or cell part
A simplified close-up of a cell surface with a specific shape acting as a landing spot for a molecule.

Examples

La piel tiene receptores de calor y frío.

The skin has heat and cold receptors.

El medicamento bloquea los receptores del dolor.

The medication blocks the pain receptors.

Los científicos estudian el receptor de la célula.

Scientists are studying the cell's receptor.

Scientific Plural

Just like the other meanings, scientists use 'receptores' to talk about groups of cells or nerves.

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