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Pallium (Noun)

(zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell.

Nouns denoting body parts.

The layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum.

Nouns denoting body parts.

The pallium is the outer layer of the brain that contains the cerebral cortex and is responsible for processing sensory information.
Damage to the pallium can result in cognitive and motor impairments, depending on the location and extent of the injury.
The pallium is composed of six distinct layers of neurons, each with unique characteristics and functions.
Studies have shown that the pallium plays a critical role in the development and maintenance of cognitive abilities, such as memory and attention.
In vertebrates, the pallium is the most highly developed region of the brain and is responsible for many of the complex behaviors and cognitive processes that distinguish them from invertebrates.

Cloak or mantle worn by men in ancient Rome.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The pallium was a distinctive garment worn by philosophers and poets in ancient Rome to signify their profession.
He donned his pallium to attend the forum, where he would engage in lively debates with fellow citizens.
The pallium was a symbol of the citizen's rights and privileges, and was worn with pride by all free men.
As a member of the equestrian order, Marcus wore a pallium with a narrow purple stripe, denoting his social status.
In ancient Rome, the toga was reserved for formal occasions, while the pallium was worn for everyday activities.

(Roman Catholic Church) vestment consisting of a band encircling the shoulders with two lappets hanging in front and back.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The Pope presented the pallium to the newly appointed archbishops as a symbol of their office.
The pallium is worn by metropolitan archbishops as a sign of their authority and connection to the Holy See.
During the ceremony, the archbishop was invested with the pallium, which he would wear on special occasions.
The pallium is a distinctive vestment that sets metropolitan archbishops apart from other bishops.
In the Roman Catholic Church, the pallium is a symbol of the metropolitan archbishop's role as a shepherd and leader.