detail

(noun, verb)

noun

1. an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole

- several of the details are similar

Similar word(s): item, point

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.