detailing
noun
de·tail·ing ˈdē-ˌtāl-iŋ 
: the act, process, or result of detailing something: such as
a
: small design elements
It's subtle, like detailing on an expensive suit.
Patricia Leigh Brown
Patricia Leigh BrownAbout a thousand people are crammed into the Cabaret Metro, a funky old theater with a balcony overlooking a ballroom floor and a grand stage trimmed with wedding-cake detailing. Doug Simmons
Doug SimmonsThe unsophisticated nature of the detailing and construction indicates that these chairs were made by an untrained craftsman, but over-all they suggest an awareness of high style furniture. Page Talbott
Page Talbott b
: the reporting or recounting of details in describing something
… a bit too much detailing of Strauss's marital relations … Judith Crist
Judith CristThe above is not a precise detailing of the Japanese consensus; public opinion varies widely,… Paul Blustein
Paul BlusteinPeccavi is billed as "a haven for the health-conscious gourmet," but I found the detailing of calories per dish and the abstemiousness of even the salads to be the sort of penance I'd rather not repeat. Andy Birsh
Andy Birsh c
: the meticulous cleaning and refurbishing of an automobile
While some owners prefer to clean their own vehicle, a complete auto detailing may be worth the cost, especially when done by professionals. Doug Bonderud
Doug Bonderud
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web The halter minidress includes a plunging neckline and wrap detailing at the waist, with an asymmetrical skirt featuring a hip-high slit. Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 Sep. 2022 Differentiating detailing is seen in the form of orange pull tabs and plush worn yellow sole, while Nike’s signature waffle tread is cast in a new black outsole. Sara Klausing, Men's Health, 31 Aug. 2022 The Louis Vuitton halter gown featured a long scarf as a train and crystal detailing at the neckline. Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE.com, 13 Mar. 2022 Minaj attended the 2013 BET Awards in a curve-hugging black Alexander McQueen gown with lace detailing and a plunging neckline. Jessica Booth, Peoplemag, 26 Aug. 2022 The larger of two living rooms opens onto a ground-floor veranda through double doors with period detailing. New York Times, 20 July 2022 Featuring pearl adornments, lace print detailing and a scallop tread, these over-the-top shoes would look extremely cool with one of Simone Rocha’s romantic floral print dresses or a similar feminine design. Sarah Boyd, Forbes, 29 June 2022 Reflective detailing surrounds the Glow Beacon ($175), which is built from bright yellow polyester and nylon fabric. Joe Jackson, Outside Online, 31 Oct. 2014 The bedding, in particular, exudes a refined, five-star-hotel aesthetic with muted colorways, artisan-like detailing, and premium textiles. Mike Richard, Men's Health, 15 Aug. 2022 See More
Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 Sep. 2022 Differentiating detailing is seen in the form of orange pull tabs and plush worn yellow sole, while Nike’s signature waffle tread is cast in a new black outsole. Sara Klausing, Men's Health, 31 Aug. 2022 The Louis Vuitton halter gown featured a long scarf as a train and crystal detailing at the neckline. Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE.com, 13 Mar. 2022 Minaj attended the 2013 BET Awards in a curve-hugging black Alexander McQueen gown with lace detailing and a plunging neckline. Jessica Booth, Peoplemag, 26 Aug. 2022 The larger of two living rooms opens onto a ground-floor veranda through double doors with period detailing. New York Times, 20 July 2022 Featuring pearl adornments, lace print detailing and a scallop tread, these over-the-top shoes would look extremely cool with one of Simone Rocha’s romantic floral print dresses or a similar feminine design. Sarah Boyd, Forbes, 29 June 2022 Reflective detailing surrounds the Glow Beacon ($175), which is built from bright yellow polyester and nylon fabric. Joe Jackson, Outside Online, 31 Oct. 2014 The bedding, in particular, exudes a refined, five-star-hotel aesthetic with muted colorways, artisan-like detailing, and premium textiles. Mike Richard, Men's Health, 15 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1866, in the meaning defined above
detailing
verb
1
as in posting
to assign to a place or position once again he was detailed to guard duty Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- posting
- placing
- setting
- positioning
- appointing
- stationing
2
as in nominating
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty the new assistant was detailed to accompany the boss on the business trip Synonyms & Similar Words
- nominating
- appointing
- naming
- attaching
- assigning
- constituting
- commissioning
- designating
- placing
- creating
- authorizing
- inducting
- choosing
- delegating
- selecting
- drafting
- installing
- crowning
- instituting
- electing
- making
- ordaining
- inaugurating
- consecrating
- handpicking
- anointing
- investing
- instating
- deputizing
- deputing
- enthroning
- throning
- destining
- singling (out)
- voting (in)
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- dismissing
- firing
- expelling
- discharging
- removing
- throwing out
- displacing
- ousting
- ejecting
- overthrowing
- deposing
- evicting
- unseating
- uncrowning
- dethroning
- unmaking
- blackballing
3
as in listing
to specify one after another detailed all of the reasons that the plan was a bad idea Synonyms & Similar Words
- listing
- outlining
- reciting
- itemizing
- enumerating
- mentioning
- cataloging
- reeling off
- rehearsing
- numerating
- citing
- ticking (off)
- figuring
- tabulating
- charting
- tallying
- calculating
- estimating
- inventorying
- computing
- cataloguing
- graphing
- diagramming
- diagraming
- naming
- reckoning
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- generalizing
- parritch
- parritches
- parrock
- parrocked
- parrocking
- parrocks
- parrokets
- parroquet
- parroquets
- parrot
- parrot blue
- parrot crossbill
- parrot feather
- parrot feathers
- parrot fever
- parrot finch
- parrot fish
- parrot green
- parrot jaw
- parrot mouth
- parrot tulip
- parrot wrasse
- parrot's-beak
- parrot's-beaks
- parrot's-bill