Cortex

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔrˌtɛks/

Definitions of cortex

noun the outer layer of an organ or structure, especially the cerebrum or kidney

Example Sentences

A1 The cortex is the outer layer of the brain.

A2 The cerebral cortex is responsible for processing sensory information.

B1 Damage to the cortex can affect a person's ability to move and speak.

B2 The prefrontal cortex plays a key role in decision-making and social behavior.

C1 Research has shown that meditation can actually increase the thickness of the cortex.

C2 Neuroscientists are still studying the intricate connections within the cortex to better understand brain function.

Examples of cortex in a Sentence

formal The cerebral cortex is responsible for processing information in the brain.

informal I heard that the cortex is like the brain's control center.

slang Dude, my cortex is on fire after that intense study session.

figurative Her artistic cortex was in full swing as she painted a masterpiece.

Grammatical Forms of cortex

• plural: cortices
• comparative: more cortex
• superlative: most cortex
• present tense: cortexes
• future tense: will cortex
• perfect tense: has cortexed
• continuous tense: is cortexing
• singular: cortex
• positive degree: cortex
• infinitive: to cortex
• gerund: cortexing
• participle: cortexed

Origin and Evolution of cortex

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'cortex' originated from the Latin word 'cortex' which means bark or rind.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the outer layer of an organ or structure, the term 'cortex' has evolved to specifically refer to the outer layer of the brain in modern scientific terminology.