algesireceptor
|al-ge-si-rec-tor|
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/ælˌdʒiːzɪˈrɛptər/
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/ælˌdʒiːzɪˈrɛptə/
pain receptor
Etymology
Etymology Information
'algesireceptor' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'algos,' where 'algos' meant 'pain.'
Historical Evolution
'algos' combined with 'receptor' to form the modern English word 'algesireceptor.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pain receptor,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a sensory receptor that is sensitive to pain stimuli.
The algesireceptor is activated when the skin is exposed to extreme heat.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/20 04:36