subplate

/ˈsʌbpleɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A layer of neurons in the cerebral cortex that is located beneath the plate, particularly referring to a sublayer of the prefrontal cortex.

“The researcher studied the subplate’s role in the development of the brain.”

2. verb

To provide or use a sublayer of the prefrontal cortex, typically in a scientific context.

“The neuroscientist subplated the brain samples to analyze their neural activity.”

Synonyms

  • sublayer
  • underlayer

Antonyms

  • overlayer
  • supralayer