Word
sender
US/ˈsɛndɝ/
UK/sˈɛndɐ/
Countable noun
Definition
n. the person or organization that sends something, such as a letter, an email, or a package.
n. the person, entity, or device from which a message or object originates. Often used in contrast with 'recipient' or 'receiver'.
Examples
“The sender forgot to include their return address.”
“If you receive an email from an unknown sender, you should avoid clicking on any links inside it.”
“The protocol ensures that the identity of the sender is verified before the server accepts the incoming data packet, preventing unauthorized access to the network.”
Examples
simple
“The sender forgot to include their return address.”
contextual
“If you receive an email from an unknown sender, you should avoid clicking on any links inside it.”
complex
“The protocol ensures that the identity of the sender is verified before the server accepts the incoming data packet, preventing unauthorized access to the network.”
Usage
Commonly paired with 'of' to specify the item sent, such as 'the sender of the letter'.
Word family
VERB
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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