Detail
/ˈdiːteɪl/
The meaning and definition of Detail, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
noun
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Something small enough to escape casual notice.
“Note this fine detail in the lower left corner.”
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Something considered trivial enough to ignore.
“I don't concern myself with the details of accounting.”
verb
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To clean carefully (particularly of road vehicles) (always pronounced. /ˈdiːteɪl/)
“We need to have the minivan detailed.”
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To explain in detail.
“I'll detail the exact procedure to you later.”
Definitions from the Free Dictionary API
Synonyms
contingent detachment portion section particular minutia
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