Definitions for detail

Definitions for (noun) detail

Main entry: point, detail, item

Definition: an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole

Usage: several of the details are similar; a point of information


Main entry: detail

Definition: extended treatment of particulars

Usage: the essay contained too much detail


Main entry: detail

Definition: a crew of workers selected for a particular task

Usage: a detail was sent to remove the fallen trees


Main entry: contingent, detail

Definition: a temporary military unit

Usage: the peacekeeping force includes one British contingent


Main entry: particular, item, detail

Definition: a small part that can be considered separately from the whole

Usage: it was perfect in all details


Definitions for (verb) detail

Main entry: detail

Definition: assign to a specific task

Usage: The ambulances were detailed to the fire station


Main entry: detail

Definition: provide details for


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