CEREBRAL CORTEX Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the phrase cerebral cortex. (exact relations)
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	cortex				nounn
	noun • the layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum • the tissue forming the outer layer of an organ or structure in plant or animal • the tissue that surrounds the lens nucleus
	brain				nounn
	noun • that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord • mental ability • that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason • someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality • the brain of certain animals used as meat verb • hit on the head • kill by smashing someone's skull
	neocortex				nounn
	noun • the cortical part of the neencephalon
	pallium				nounn
	noun • the layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum • (zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell • (Roman Catholic Church) vestment consisting of a band encircling the shoulders with two lappets hanging in front and back • cloak or mantle worn by men in ancient Rome
	cerebral mantle				nounn
	noun • the layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum

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