DECORTICATE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Verb

remove the outer layer of

Example: decorticate a tree branch

Categories: Strip

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Verb

remove the cortex of (an organ)

Categories: Remove, Take, Take away, Withdraw

Synonyms

Decorticate

🔗 Related Words

de – A related word in the same word family.

corticate – A related word in the same word family.

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