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Definition of Neocortex
1. Noun. The cortical part of the neencephalon.
Exact synonyms: Neopallium
Generic synonyms: Cerebral Cortex, Cerebral Mantle, Cortex, Pallium
Derivative terms: Neocortical
Generic synonyms: Cerebral Cortex, Cerebral Mantle, Cortex, Pallium
Derivative terms: Neocortical
Definition of Neocortex
1. [n -TEXES or -TICES]
Medical Definition of Neocortex
1. A six-layered tissue of the cerebral cortex, showing stratification and organization characteristic of the most highly developed type of cerebral tissue. It develops primarily through the elaboration of nonolfactory functions and, in man, makes up the major portion of the cerebral cortex. (12 Dec 1998)