recipient
|re-cip-i-ent|
B2
/rɪˈsɪpiənt/
receiver
Etymology
Etymology Information
'recipient' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'recipiens,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'capere' meant 'to take.'
Historical Evolution
'recipiens' transformed into the French word 'récepteur,' and eventually became the modern English word 'recipient' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who takes back,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who receives something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or thing that receives or is awarded something.
The recipient of the award was overwhelmed with joy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45