Cortexed
/ˈkɔːr.tɛkst/noun
Having a specific outer layer or covering, especially of a plant or brain.
Did you know?The word 'cortex' is derived from Latin, meaning 'bark', hinting at how our outer layers can hide profound inner truths.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
cortex
“Bark of a tree, or outer layer.”
Old French
Old French
cortex
“Outer covering, especially of plants.”
17th Century
Latin
corticalis
“Of or pertaining to the cortex.”
19th Century
English
cortex
“The outer layer of an organ or structure, particularly the brain.”
Modern English
English
cortexed
“Describing something that has a cortex or outer covering.”
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