Receiver

Pronunciation: /rəˈsiːvər/

Receiver (noun)

  1. A device that gets radio, TV, or phone signals.
  2. A person who gets something that is sent or given.
  3. A person appointed to manage a bankrupt company's assets.

Examples

  • The receiver picked up the radio signal clearly.
  • A new receiver can improve your TV's picture quality.

Common collocations: signal receiver, install a receiver, receiver unit, gift receiver, receiver of funds

Synonyms of Receiver

Neutral

Formal

Antonyms of Receiver

  • — someone who gives or provides
  • — someone who donates or contributes