Corticalis
/kɔːrˈtɪk.əl.ɪs/noun
Relating to the outer layer of an organ or body part.
Did you know?The term 'cortex' comes from the Latin for 'bark', suggesting that our mental processes have a protective, outer layer, much like a tree!
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
cortex
“Bark, outer layer of a tree.”
17th Century
Latin
corticalis
“Pertaining to the bark or outer layer.”
19th Century
English
cortex
“Referring to the outer layer of the brain.”
Modern English
English
cortical
“Describing structures related to the cortex of the brain.”