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| 1. | [ noun ] an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole | |
| Synonyms: | point item | |
| Examples: | "several of the details are similar" "a point of information" |
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| Related terms: | fact respect minutia nook_and_cranny technicality sticking_point enumerate | |
| 2. | [ noun ] a small part that can be considered separately from the whole | |
| Synonyms: | item particular | |
| Examples: | "it was perfect in all details" |
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| Related terms: | part highlight enumerate | |
| 3. | [ noun ] extended treatment of particulars | |
| Examples: | "the essay contained too much detail" |
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| Related terms: | discussion | |
| 4. | [ noun ] (work) a crew of workers selected for a particular task | |
| Examples: | "a detail was sent to remove the fallen trees" |
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| Related terms: | gang | |
| 5. | [ verb ] assign to a specific task | |
| Examples: | : "The ambulances were detailed to the fire station" |
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| Related terms: | assign contingent | |
| 6. | [ verb ] provide details for | |
| Related terms: | elaborate particularization | |
| 7. | [ noun ] (military) a temporary military unit | |
| Synonyms: | contingent | |
| Examples: | "the peace-keeping force includes one British contingent" |
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| Related terms: | military_unit military | |
| Similar spelling: |
deadly deathly |
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