Detail - Definition

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