detailing
ˈdiˌteɪlɪŋ
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Definition of detailing - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
descriptionindividualized description of a particular instance
  • The report included a thorough detailing of the event.
account description specification
2.
cleaningUScareful cleaning and refurbishing of vehicles or objectsUS
  • He spent hours on the car's detailing.
cleaning refurbishing
3.
designRareornamentation added to a constructed objectRare
  • The detailing on the building was exquisite.
decoration embellishment

Adjective

1.
cleaningUSrelated to thorough cleaning and refurbishingUS
  • The detailing service made the old car look new.
cleaning polishing refurbishing
2.
designinvolving intricate decorative designs or patterns
  • The detailing work on the car's interior was impressive.
embellished ornamental
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Origin of detailing

Latin, de (down) + taliare (to cut)

Terms with detailing included in their meaning

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tax document
form submitted to tax authorities detailing income and taxes paid
reporting
report detailing occurrences
business document
yearly publication detailing a company's activities and finances
school guide
publication detailing course descriptions and requirements
class listings
publication detailing course descriptions and requirements
workplace
manual detailing company guidelines and policies
business
document detailing business expenses
finance
plan detailing payment dates and amounts

Examples of detailing in a sentence

  • His speech included a vivid detailing of the battle.
  • The detailing of the yacht took all weekend.
  • Professional detailing can make old cars look new.
  • The car's detailing included intricate patterns.
  • She admired the detailing on the antique furniture.
  • The detailing crew worked overnight to clean the yacht.

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  1. French:description détaillée, d'entretien, ...
  2. German:Darstellung, Reinigungs, ...
  3. Italian:dettaglio, pulizia approfondita, ...
  4. Spanish:descripción, detallado, ...
  5. Portuguese:descrição, limpeza detalhada, ...
  6. Chinese:详细描述, 精细清洁的, ...
  7. Japanese:詳細な説明, 細部の, ...
  8. Arabic:تَفْصِيل, تَفْصِيلِي, ...
  9. Hebrew:פֵּירוּט, דִּיטֵיילִינְג, ...
  10. Russian:описание, детейлинговый, ...
  11. Ukrainian:деталізація, деталізаційний, ...
  12. Hindi:विस्तृत विवरण, गहन सफ़ाई और नवीनीकरण से संबंधित, ...
detail
ˈdiːteɪl

Definition of detail - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
analysisindividual feature or fact considered separately
  • Each detail of the plan was carefully reviewed.
aspect element particular
2.
precisionthorough treatment or attention to particulars
  • The report was praised for its detail and accuracy.
particularity specificity
3.
militaryTECH.UStemporary unit or assignment in militaryTECH.US
  • The detail was assigned to guard duty.
assignment task unit

Verb

tr.
1.
explanationexplain something thoroughly and clearly
  • She will detail the plan in the meeting.
clarify describe elaborate
2.
workUSassign someone to a specific dutyUS
  • The officer was detailed to the security team.
3.
cleaningTECH.USclean meticulously especially vehiclesTECH.US
  • He detailed the car before selling it.
cleanse polish wash
4.
artdecorate with intricate designs
  • The artist detailed the sculpture with fine patterns.
adorn embellish ornament
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Expressions with detail

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explain something thoroughly and clearly
She will detail out the project plan in the meeting.
thoroughly covering all aspects and particulars
She explained the process in detail.
provide specific information
The report goes into detail about the financial results.
considering every small aspect thoroughly
She planned the wedding down to the last detail.
expresses that careful attention to small parts improves quality
God is in the detail when designing a building.
with thoroughness and attention to specifics
She explained the process into detail during the meeting.

Origin of detail

French, détail (detail) + -er (to do)

Examples of detail in a sentence

  • She explained every detail of the incident.
  • The artist's attention to detail was remarkable.
  • She admired the detail in the embroidery.
  • The detail completed the mission successfully.
  • A detail was formed for the special operation.
  • He will detail the procedure step by step.

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  1. French:détail, détailler, ...
  2. German:Detail, erläutern, ...
  3. Italian:dettaglio, spiegare, ...
  4. Spanish:detalle, detallar, ...
  5. Portuguese:detalhe, detalhar, ...
  6. Chinese:详细信息, 详细说明, ...
  7. Japanese:詳細, 詳述する, ...
  8. Arabic:تَفْصِيل, فصّل, ...
  9. Hebrew:פְּרַט, לְפָרֵט, ...
  10. Russian:деталь, детализировать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:деталь, детально пояснювати, ...
  12. Hindi:बारीकी, विस्तार से बताना, ...

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