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.
Definition of lap. 1  1a : the amount by which one object overlaps or projects beyond anotherb : the part of an object that overlaps another. 2  2 : a smoothing and polishing tool usually consisting of a piece of wood, leather, felt, or soft metal in a special shape used with or without an embedded abrasive.