detail
Nouns
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(n) an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole
- several of the details are similar
- a point of information
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(n) a small part that can be considered separately from the whole
- it was perfect in all details
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(n) extended treatment of particulars
- the essay contained too much detail
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(n) a crew of workers selected for a particular task
- a detail was sent to remove the fallen trees
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(n) a temporary military unit
- the peacekeeping force includes one British contingent
Verbs
- (v) provide details for
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(v) assign to a specific task
- The ambulances were detailed to the fire station