Plural of recipient; people who receive or are given something, especially awards, benefits, or communications.
From Latin 'recipiens', present participle of 'recipere' (to receive), from 're-' (back) + 'capere' (to take). The word emphasizes the act of taking back or accepting what is offered.
The word 'recipients' contains the same root as 'recipe' - both involve 'taking' or 'receiving' something. A recipe receives ingredients, while recipients receive whatever is being given to them.
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