Dupuytren's contracture is an abnormal thickening and tightening of the normally elastic tissue beneath the skin of the palm and fingers. This tissue is called fascia. The fascia contains strands of fibers, like cords, that run from the palm upward into the fingers.
The definition of a panoply is a beautiful and striking set up, magnificent decor or clothing, or a protective covering. An example of a panoply is a display of flowers at a flower show. An example of a panoply is a wedding gown.
pan 1 (pan), USA pronunciation n., v., panned, panâ¢ning. n. a broad, shallow container of metal, usually having sides flaring outward toward the top, used in various forms for frying, baking, washing, etc. any similar receptacle or part, as the scales of a balance. the amount a pan holds or can hold; panful: a pan of shelled peas.