detail

n 1: an isolated fact that is considered separately from the

whole; "several of the details are similar"; "a point of

information" [syn: {item}, {point}]

2: a small part that can be considered separately from the

whole; "it was perfect in all details" [syn: {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 peace-keeping force includes

one British contingent" [syn: {contingent}]

v 1: provide details for

2: assign to a specific task: "The ambulances were detailed to

the fire station"