Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cort

Prefix
/kɔːrt/
Definition
Cort is a prefix used in various terms, often relating to the outer layer or covering of a structure.
Examples
  • Cortex
  • Corticosteroid
  • Cortical
Meaning
In biological contexts, ‘cort’ often refers to the cortex, which is the outer layer of an organ or body part, such as the brain or adrenal glands.
Synonyms
  • Outer layer
  • Covering
  • Surface