English Explanatory Dictionary

recept

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An idea that is formed by the repetition of percepts.

Pronunciation

/ˈɹiːsɛpt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-recept.wav

Word forms

recept recepts

Etymology

From Latin receptum (“thing received”), neuter singular of receptus, perfect passive participle of recipiō (“take back; receive”). Doublet of receipt. Coined by G.J. Romanes in 1888.

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