Also means
recipient
Usage Note
Receptor covers both the person who receives something (el receptor de un trasplante, 'transplant recipient') and a technical device that receives a signal (receptor de radio, radio receiver). In biology it refers to a cell receptor. The feminine receptora is used for people; for devices the masculine is standard. The verb is recibir (to receive).
Examples
"El receptor de TV no funciona bien."
Natural Translation
The TV receiver is not working well.

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