Definitions for cortex
ˈkɔr tɛks; -təˌsizcor·tex

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. cerebral cortex, cerebral mantle, pallium, cortexnoun

   the layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum

2. cortexnoun

   the tissue forming the outer layer of an organ or structure in plant or animal

3. lens cortex, cortexnoun

   the tissue that surrounds the lens nucleus

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. cortexnoun

   The outer layer of an internal organ or body structure, such as the kidney or the brain.

2. cortexnoun

   The tissue of a stem or root that lies inward from the epidermis, but exterior to the vascular tissue.

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1. cortex

   The cortex refers to the outer layer of an organ or structure in the body. In the brain, it is known as the cerebral cortex, which is responsible for higher brain functions such as thought, language, and memory. In other organs such as kidneys and adrenal glands, the cortex serves various functions related to those specific organs. The term originates from the Latin word for "bark", reflecting its protective role.

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1. Cortexnoun

   bark, as of a tree; hence, an outer covering

2. Cortexnoun

   bark; rind; specifically, cinchona bark

3. Cortexnoun

   the outer or superficial part of an organ; as, the cortex or gray exterior substance of the brain

4. Etymology: [L., bark. Cf. Cork.]

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1. Cortex

   In anatomy and zoology the cortex is the outermost layer of an organ. Organs with well-defined cortical layers include kidneys, adrenal glands, ovaries, the thymus, and portions of the brain, including the cerebral cortex, the most well-known of all cortices. The cerebellar cortex is the thin gray surface layer of the cerebellum, consisting of an outer molecular layer or stratum moleculare, a single layer of Purkinje cells, and an inner granular layer or stratum granulosum. The cortex is the outer surface of the cerebrum and is composed of gray matter.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Cortex

   kor′teks, n. the bark or skin of a plant: a covering.—adjs. Cor′tical, pertaining to the cortex: external; Cor′ticate, -d, furnished with bark; Corticif′ėrous, producing bark; Cortic′iform, resembling bark; Cor′ticole, Cortic′olous, growing on bark; Cor′ticose, barky. [L. cortex, corticis, bark.]

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1. Cortex

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1. cortex

   A type of matter in the body of an animal.

   The cortex in an animal is a layer of tissue.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on April 25, 2020  

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   cortex

   A type of neuron and matter in the brain.

   The cortex of the brain is important for memory, thoughts and reasoning.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on May 16, 2020  

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   cortex

   A type of structure in the body of a human being.

   The cortex in the brain is a structure of neurons.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on April 25, 2020  

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of cortex in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of cortex in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of cortex in a Sentence

1. Arthur Brody:

   The finding is novel in that it is the first to link greater functional connectivity between the insula and the somatosensory cortex with an improved likelihood of quitting or minimizing smoking, if the results of the current study are replicated, studies to assess the effectiveness of somatic treatments that affect brain circuitry may certainly be warranted.

2. Amy Arnsten:

   It's a double whammy. At the same time the prefrontal cortex is getting weaker and more primitive, the brain circuits that generate emotion like fear are getting stronger, you start seeing the world as harmful even when it's not.

3. David Diamond:

   It’s not stupidity, it’s that children and teens have partially formed brains, it’s a capacity to look to the future -- that’s really what the frontal cortex does and that’s what preteens lack, an appreciation for the consequence of their actions.

4. Amy Arnsten:

   One of the most striking( effects) is thinning of the gray matter of an area of the brain called the prefrontal cortex, it helps us to act appropriately. It gives us insight about ourselves and others. It gives us perspective. It allows us to do complex decision-making and to be able to have thoughtful, abstract reasoning rather than concrete or habitual responses.

5. Helen Fisher:

   The drive to love is eternal, this brain system lies way below the cortex, next to another area that orchestrates thirst and hunger, systems that keep you alive, and love is one of them.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=cortex
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Cortex
3. ^ ChatGPT
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4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cortex
5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=cortex
6. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=cortex
7. ^ CrunchBase
   https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/cortex