1. plural of neocortex; the outer layers of the cerebral cortex in mammals, responsible for higher-order brain functions
Usage: anatomy; neuroscience

Examples

• The neocortices of primates are highly developed compared to other mammals.
• Researchers studied the neocortices of different species to understand evolutionary changes.
• Damage to the neocortices can affect cognitive abilities and sensory processing.
• The neocortices contain billions of neurons organized in distinct layers.
• Scientists mapped the neural connections within the neocortices using advanced imaging.
• The neocortices play crucial roles in language, reasoning, and conscious thought.