"neutroceptor" meaning in All languages combined

See neutroceptor on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: neutroceptors [plural]
Etymology: From neutro- + receptor. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|neutro|receptor}} neutro- + receptor Head templates: {{en-noun}} neutroceptor (plural neutroceptors)
  1. A sensory receptor that is stimulated by both pleasant and unpleasant stimuli.

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