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    Corteza (en. Crust)

    /korˈteθa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The outer layer of a tree that protects the trunk.
    The bark of the oak is thick and rough.
    La corteza del roble es gruesa y rugosa.
    The outer layer of certain organs in living beings.
    The cerebral cortex is fundamental for cognitive functions.
    La corteza cerebral es fundamental para las funciones cognitivas.
    The superficial layer of a solid body, especially in geology.
    The Earth's crust contains important mineral resources.
    La corteza terrestre contiene importantes recursos minerales.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'cortex', which means 'bark' or 'peel'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cerebral cortex
    Part of the brain responsible for perception and thinking.
    corteza cerebral
    Earth's crust
    A solid layer that forms the surface of the Earth.
    corteza terrestre
    to fall into the bark
    Phrase that means to stop fighting or to give up.
    caer en la corteza

    Related Words

    peel
    Protective outer layer of certain foods, like fruits or nuts.
    cáscara
    covering
    Layer that covers or surrounds something.
    envoltura
    underbark
    Term that can refer to practices or processes hidden beneath the appearance.
    bajo corteza

    Slang Meanings

    Tree bark used for grilling meat.
    We are going to use hickory bark to flavor the meat.
    Vamos a usar corteza de hickory para darle sabor a la carne.
    Bark as a reference to a person's toughness or resilience.
    That guy has a very tough bark, he is not easily intimidated.
    Ese chico tiene una corteza muy dura, no se deja intimidar fácilmente.