grey matter
US /ˌɡreɪ ˈmæt.ər/
UK /ˌɡreɪ ˈmæt.ər/
1.
灰质
the darker tissue of the brain and spinal cord, consisting mainly of nerve cell bodies and branching dendrites.
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The neurologist examined the patient's grey matter for abnormalities.
神经科医生检查了患者的灰质是否有异常。
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Damage to the grey matter can impair cognitive functions.
灰质受损会损害认知功能。
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智慧, 脑力
intelligence; brains.
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You'll need to use your grey matter to solve this puzzle.
你需要动动脑筋来解决这个谜题。
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It takes a lot of grey matter to become a successful scientist.
成为一名成功的科学家需要大量的智慧。