Cerebric

/səˈrebrɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the brain or cerebrum; having qualities or characteristics of the brain.

Etymology

From cerebrum plus -ic (adjective-forming suffix). A specialized medical or scientific adjective meaning brain-related.

Kelly Says

Though rarely used today, 'cerebric' was the anatomist's way of saying 'this thing belongs to the brain'—it's been largely replaced by the simpler 'cerebral.'

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