: marked by abundant detail or by thoroughness in treating small items or parts
the detailed study of history
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We need a more detailed comparison of the available options.
He gave us very detailed instructions.
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Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2024
Consider this proof that life imitates art because while her morning regimen isn’t quite as detailed as Cassie’s, Sydney has become something of a skin-care and soft-glam expert in her own right.
—Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 1 July 2024
The fate of the Minions offers some genuinely laugh-out-loud moments and impressively detailed animation.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 June 2024
All offer insight and expertise in an engaging way — delightfully written, vivid and detailed.
—Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2024
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“Detailed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/detailed. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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detailed
adjective
de·tailed
di-ˈtā(ə)ld 
ˈdē-ˌtāld
1
: including many details
a detailed report
2
: furnished with finely finished details
beautifully detailed hats
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