Fascia refers to a flat piece of material (usually made of wood) that covers the ends of rafters, or a sheath of fibrous tissue that covers muscles or organs. (noun)
A flat piece of wood material covering the end of a rafter is an example of fascia.
A sheath covering a muscle is an example of fascia.
Anatomy A sheet or band of fibrous connective tissue enveloping, separating, or binding together muscles, organs, and other soft structures of the body.
A broad and distinct band of color.
also (fāˈshē-ə)Architecture A flat horizontal band or member between moldings, especially in a classical entablature.
(fāˈshə)Chiefly British The dashboard of a motor vehicle.