detailing

noun

de·tail·ing ˈdē-ˌtāl-iŋ

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: the act, process, or result of detailing something: such as

: small design elements

It's subtle, like detailing on an expensive suit.—

Patricia Leigh Brown

About 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

The 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

: the reporting or recounting of details in describing something

… a bit too much detailing of Strauss's marital relations …—

Judith Crist

The above is not a precise detailing of the Japanese consensus; public opinion varies widely, …—

Paul Blustein

Peccavi 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

: 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

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The five-bedroom house has stone, brick, wood, and iron detailing; stone feature walls; arched halls; chef's kitchen with brick ceiling; lofty sitting room with curved beams; three guest suites; and lower-level wine cellar, gym, and pub. —

The Week Staff, theweek, 12 Nov. 2024 Photo : Brick City Photography A domed ceiling with coffered detailing caps the double-height foyer. —

Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2024 Designed with a high collar, drop shoulders, and signature panelled detailing, this longline pullover is cut for a relaxed, elegant fit. —

Kelly Bastone, Outside Online, 31 Oct. 2024 Gomez completed her ensemble with silver rings and sleek black pumps featuring asymmetrical detailing: a glossy strap crossing the vamp from the inside to the outside, connecting at the heel counter. —

Maggie Clancy, WWD, 25 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for detailing