What is the meaning of Fascia?

  • (n.) A broad well-defined band of color.
  • (n.) The layer of loose tissue, often containing fat, immediately beneath the skin; the stronger layer of connective tissue covering and investing all muscles; an aponeurosis.
  • (n.) A band, sash or fillet; especially, in surgery, a bandage or roller.
  • (n.) A flat member of an order or building, like a flat band or broad fillet; especially, one of the three bands which make up the architrave, in the Ionic order. See Illust. of Column.
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APAWebster's. (2011). fascia. Retrieved September 23, 2026, from http://smartdefine.org/fascia/definitions/2007058
ChicagoWebster's. 2011. "fascia" http://smartdefine.org/fascia/definitions/2007058 (accessed September 23, 2026).
HarvardWebster's 2011, fascia, Smart Define, viewed 23 September, 2026, <http://smartdefine.org/fascia/definitions/2007058>.
MLAWebster's. "fascia" 27 May 2011. Web. 23 September 2026. <http://smartdefine.org/fascia/definitions/2007058>
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