cortical
adjective/ˈkɔrtɪkəl/
Frequency rank: #12,240 most common English word
Meaning
Relating to the cortex, especially the outer layer of the brain.
Example sentence
The doctor explained that cortical damage in that region can affect memory and perception.
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