To receive
Example: He receives a package at his home today
Definition
"To receive" means to be given or presented with something, such as an object, message, or service, typically by another person or source. It involves accepting or taking possession of what is offered or sent, as in "He receives a package at his home today."
Etymology
The word "to receive" originates from the Old French word 'receivre,' which in turn comes from the Latin 'recipere,' meaning 'to take back' or 'to accept.' Did you know? The root 'capere' in Latin means 'to take,' highlighting the action of taking something offered.
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"To receive" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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