Brainlike

/ˈbreɪnˌlaɪk/ adjective

Definition

Resembling a brain in appearance, structure, or function.

Etymology

Compound adjective of 'brain' + '-like' (Old English '-lic' meaning similar to). Used to describe something that looks or acts like a brain.

Kelly Says

Scientists use 'brain-like' to describe artificial neural networks and even some slime molds that process information without having actual brains. It shows how useful the brain is as a metaphor for any system that learns and adapts.

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