cortex

English

/ˈkɔɹtɛks/, /ˈkɔːtɛks/

noun
Definitions
  • (countable) The outer layer of an internal organ or body structure, such as the kidney or the brain.
  • (uncountable) The tissue of a stem or root that lies inward from the epidermis, but exterior to the vascular tissue.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin cortex (bark, cork).

Origin

Latin

cortex

Gloss

bark, cork

Concept
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