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The act of receiving, or the fact of having been received.
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A balance payable on receipt of the goods.
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The fact of having received a blow, injury etc.
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(in the plural) A quantity or amount received; takings.
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This weekend's receipts alone cover our costs to mount the production!
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A written acknowledgment that a specified article or sum of money has been received.
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(usually in the plural) (A piece of) evidence, documentation, etc. to prove one's past actions, accomplishments, etc.
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(usually in the plural, by extension) (A piece of) evidence (e.g. documentation or screen captures) of past wrongdoing or problematic behavior or statements.
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(archaic in New England and rural US since end of 20th century, elsewhere since middle of 20th century) A recipe, instructions, prescription.
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A receptacle.
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A revenue office.
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Reception, as an act of hospitality.
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Capability of receiving; capacity.
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A recess; a retired place.