What is the meaning of details?

noun

  • An isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole.
    • usage: "several of the details are similar"; "a point of information"
  • A small part that can be considered separately from the whole.
    • usage: "it was perfect in all details"
  • Extended treatment of particulars.
    • usage: "the essay contained too much detail"
  • A crew of workers selected for a particular task.
    • usage: "a detail was sent to remove the fallen trees"
  • A temporary military unit.
    • usage: "the peacekeeping force includes one British contingent"
  • True confidential information.
    • usage: "after the trial he gave us the real details"

verb

  • Provide details for.
  • Assign to a specific task.
    • usage: "The ambulances were detailed to the fire station"
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