Noun | 1. | detail - an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole; "several of the details are similar"; "a point of information" |
2. | detail - a small part that can be considered separately from the whole; "it was perfect in all details" Synonyms: particular, item | |
3. | detail - extended treatment of particulars; "the essay contained too much detail" | |
4. | detail - a crew of workers selected for a particular task; "a detail was sent to remove the fallen trees" | |
5. | detail - a temporary military unit; "the peace-keeping force includes one British contingent" Synonyms: contingent | |
Verb | 1. | detail - provide details for |
2. | detail - assign to a specific task; "The ambulances were detailed to the fire station" |