The actomyosin cortex is attached to the cell membrane via membrane-anchoring proteins called ERM proteins and it plays a central role in cell shape control. The protein constituents of the cortex undergo rapid turnover, making the cortex both mechanically rigid and highly plastic, two properties essential to its function.
brogue-a thick and heavy shoe. brogan, clodhopper, work shoe. shoe-footwear shaped to fit the foot (below the ankle) with a flexible upper of leather or plastic and a sole and heel of heavier material.
Historical Examples. 1  It is a delight to hear one's mother tongue spoken with such careless precision, with just the suspicion of a brogue to it. 2  Also there was a faint and fascinating suggestion of brogue in her accent. 3  My heart warms to the little ragamuffins in the street if they have a bit of the brogue.