Cortex word meaning and definition

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Meaning and definition for "cortex" word

[noun] the layer of unmyelinated neurons (the gray matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum
[noun] the tissue forming the outer layer of an organ or structure in plant or animal

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\Cor"tex\ (k?r"t?ks), n.; pl. {Cortices} (-t?-s?z). [L., bark. Cf. {Cork}.] 1. Bark, as of a tree; hence, an outer covering. 2. (Med.) Bark; rind; specifically, cinchona bark. 3. (Anat.) The outer or superficial part of an organ; as, the cortex or gray exterior substance of the brain.

Synonyms for cortex

cerebral cortex, cerebral mantle, pallium

Antonyms: medulla

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The fun area, different aproach to word »cortex«

Let's analyse "cortex" as pure text. This string has Six letters in Two syllables and Two vowels. 33.3% of vowels is 5.3% less then average English word. Written in backwards: XETROC. Average typing speed for these characters is 1545 milliseconds. [info]

Morse code: -.-. --- .-. - . -..-

Numerology

Hearts desire number calculated from vowels: cortex: 6 + 5 = 11, reduced: 11 . and the final result is Eleven.
Destiny number calculated from all letters: cortex: 3 + 6 + 9 + 2 + 5 + 6 = 31, reduced: 4, and the final result is Four.

Tarot cards

Letter	Num.	Tarot c.	Meaning
C (1)	3	Empress	Patient, Willful, Strong, Giving
E (1)	5	Hierophant	Wise, Crafty, Daring, Inventive
O (1)	15	Devil	Optimist, Gamesman, Marketer, Hunter
R (1)	18	Moon	Patient, Determined, Strong
T (1)	20	Judgement	Unswerving, Steadfast, Demanding, Forceful
X (1)	24	Queen of Wands	Dependent, Caring, Sensual, Loving

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