detail
noun
1. an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole
- several of the details are similar
Definition categories: thought, fact
2. a small part that can be considered separately from the whole
- it was perfect in all details
Similar word(s): item, particular
Definition categories: link, component, constituent, part, portion
3. extended treatment of particulars
- the essay contained too much detail
Definition categories: communication, discourse, discussion, treatment
4. a crew of workers selected for a particular task
- a detail was sent to remove the fallen trees
Definition categories: group, crew, gang
5. a temporary military unit
Similar word(s): contingent
Definition categories: group, force
Sentences with detail as a noun:
- Note this fine detail in the lower left corner.
- We missed several important details in the contract.
- This etching is full of fine detail.
- I don't concern myself with the details of accounting.
- The arresting officer asked the suspect for his details.
verb
1. provide details for
Definition categories: communication, dilate, elaborate, enlarge, expand, expatiate, exposit, expound, lucubrate
2. assign to a specific task
- The ambulances were detailed to the fire station
Definition categories: cognition, assign, specify
Sentences with detail as a verb:
- I'll detail the exact procedure to you later.
- We need to have the minivan detailed.