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Deep: A shot that lands near the baseline, as opposed to near the net

Deep Tissue Massage: Techniques that utilize deep-tissue/deep-muscle massage are administered to affect the sub-layer of musculature and fascia. These techniques require advanced training and a thorough understa . . . View Full Definition

Deep Tissue: A technique that releases chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on contracted areas, either following or going across the grains of muscles, t . . . View Full Definition

Deep-Discount Bond: A call option with an exercise price substantially below the underlying stock's market price (deep in the money) or substantially above the market price (deep out of the money). Also put opt . . . View Full Definition

Deep Vein Thrombosis: A blood clot ( thrombus ) in a deep vein in the thigh or leg. The clot can break off as an embolus and make its way to the lung, where it can cause respiratory distress and respiratory failure.

Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy: This technique utilizes deep cross-fiber strokes applied with the thumbs and fingers. Developed by Therese Pfrimmer of Canada, this is a deep muscle therapeutic technique. As with many pione . . . View Full Definition

Pfrimmer Deep Muscle: Deep, cross-fiber technique that uses the thumbs and fingers as the primary tools.

Deep Discount Bond: Deep discount bonds are originally issued with a par value, or face value, of $1,000. But they decline in value by at least 20% — to a market value of $800 or less — typically because intere . . . View Full Definition

Deep Discount Brokerage Firm: A financial services company that offers rock-bottom rates for large-volume securities transactions is sometimes described as a deep discount firm. However, online brokerage firms or electro . . . View Full Definition

Deep-Tissue Massage: Utilizes various techniques to affect the deeper tissues of the body, such as fascia and other non-superficial tissues.