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Recipient Definition & Meaning

recipient
noun
  1. a person who receives something
  2. the semantic role of the animate entity that is passively involved in the happening denoted by the verb in the clause

"Recipient" in song lyrics

See how recipient is used in real songs:

  • "Swap Meet shop on County check recipient"
    Bloods & Crips — No Way Out
  • "undisclosed recipient"
    AOL — AOL
  • "california advantage free admission food stamp recipient"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "recipient"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "recipient" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for recipient to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does recipient mean?
a person who receives something the semantic role of the animate entity that is passively involved in the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
What part of speech is recipient?
Recipient is a noun.
How many definitions does recipient have?
Recipient has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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