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Definition of “facia”

facia (ˈfeɪʃɪə Pronunciation for facia

Definitions

noun

  1. a variant spelling of fascia

Derived Forms

ˈfacial adjective

fascia or facia (ˈfeɪʃɪə Pronunciation for )

Definitions

noun

(plural) -ciae  (-ʃɪˌiː) 
  1. the flat surface above a shop window
  2. (architecture) a flat band or surface, esp a part of an architrave or cornice
  3.  (ˈfæʃɪə) . fibrous connective tissue occurring in sheets beneath the surface of the skin and between muscles and groups of muscles
  4. (biology) a distinctive band of colour, as on an insect or plant
  5. (British) a less common name for dashboard (sense 1)
  6. a casing that fits over a mobile phone, with spaces for the buttons

Derived Forms

ˈfascial, ˈfacial adjective

Word Origin

C16: from Latin: band: related to fascis bundle; see fasces

Example Sentences Including 'facia'

But inside is where the Liana has really progressed, with a smart new facia that is a match for any rival.
Sun, News of the World (2004)
In front of Hannah was a beautiful building with a cream coloured facia.
Anne Bennett WALKING BACK TO HAPPINESS (2002)
SHARP LCD Model: 94cm LC37HV4CBK Price: $16,500 THE piano-black facia of this Sharp LCD unit makes it stand out from the crowd.
Courier, Sunday Mail (2004)
There's a rounded approach to the facia , as well as an attractive wood trim option.
Glasgow Herald (2001)

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