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Synonyms for Cortex & Similar Words

Definition of cortex

noun
  1. the layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum
  2. the tissue forming the outer layer of an organ or structure in plant or animal
  3. the tissue that surrounds the lens nucleus

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  • "Complex down to the cerebral cortex"
    Culture VI — Roman Empire
  • "Steal stage stainless, aim this at the cortex"
    Dom Pachino f/ Bronze Nazareth, Kevlaar 7 — Vitamins
  • "Got subjects locked in my cerebral cortex"
    Herbaliser f/ What What — The Blend

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Frequently asked questions

What are synonyms for cortex?
Synonyms for cortex include: pallium.
How many synonyms does cortex have?
Cortex has 1 synonym.

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