detail

Meanings

• noun

  The parts that make up the essential or distinctive character of something.

  - "The small details in a painting can make it appear lifelike."
  - "Paying attention to the details is important for success."
  - "The detective focused on the smallest details to solve the case."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdiːteɪl/
   
   
   
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2. /dɪˈteɪl/
   
   
   
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3. /dɪˈteɪl/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

contingent , detachment , portion , section , particular , minutia , technicality , trifle , triviality , detach , specify

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with detail
vale , traverse , gravel , avel , naval , cravel , travel , pavel

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. Detail (en) : To provide with details; to explain or describe in detail.
   

2. Detail (en) : A small part or aspect of something.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of detail that leads to same result
detail , details , in detail , detailed , detailer , detailers , detailing , detail man , detail men , detail work , down to the last detail , down to the smallest detail , down to the smallest/last/tiniest detail , down to the tiniest detail , go into detail , in gory detail , fastidious , fastidious attention to detail , fastidiously , fastidiousness , fastidiousnesses

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old French 'detaille' meaning 'part' or 'detail'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'detail' comes from the Old French word 'detaille', meaning 'part' or 'detail'.

2. The smallest detail can sometimes make the biggest difference.

3. In photography, a detail shot is a close-up image of a small part of a larger subject.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Attention to detail: The ability to focus on small, often overlooked aspects of a situation or task.

2. Microcosm: A small world or system that reflects the larger world or system.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, 'detail' is often used to emphasize the importance of paying attention to small, seemingly insignificant aspects of a situation or character. In art, 'detail' refers to the intricate, precise rendering of small parts of a larger work.

How to Memorize "detail"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small, intricate object, such as a clock or a piece of jewelry, to remember the meaning of 'detail'.
   - Imagine yourself focusing on the smallest parts of an image to understand its meaning.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'detail' with the idea of 'precision' or 'accuracy'.
   - Think of the word 'detail' as meaning 'important information'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym DETAIL: D - Distinctive, E - Essential, T - Tiny, A - Attention, I - Important, L - Lifelike.

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