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The word "receipt" is primarily a noun. It can also function as a verb in specific contexts, though this usage is less common. The definition of "receipt" is a written acknowledgment that something has been received, typically a document that serves as proof of a transaction or payment.
Receipt
The word 'receipt' originates from the Latin word 'recipere', meaning 'to receive'. It entered Middle English through the Old French 'receite' in the late 14th century.
The word 'receipt' is pronounced as "ri-seet." The "p" is silent.
The word 'receipt' can be used in a sentence like this: "Please keep the receipt as proof of purchase for your warranty." Caveats for correct spelling and usage include ensuring that it is not confused with similar-sounding words such as 'recipe' and being mindful of its role as a noun that signifies a written acknowledgment of receiving goods or money.