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cortical

/kɔːrˈtɪkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does cortical mean?

adjective

Relating to the cortex, the outer layer of the brain; relating to the surface of an organ or part.

Example

"The cortical regions of the brain are responsible for processing sensory information."

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