Detailing Definition & Meaning

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Synonyms detailing American [dee-tey-ling] / ˈdi teɪ lɪŋ /

noun

1. the process of thoroughly cleaning the interior and exterior of a vehicle and doing minor repairs to improve its appearance.

   auto detailing.

Etymology

Origin of detailing

First recorded in 1970–75; detail ( def. 13 ) + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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He is one of 15 prisoners who are still there despite multiple judgments and official reports detailing his mistreatment.

From BBC

FireAid promptly released a comprehensive document detailing its fundraising and grant dispersals.

From Los Angeles Times

Two streaming titles, both in the action/fantasy genre, recently pulled back the curtain for The Envelope, detailing their sophomore marketing strategies.

From Los Angeles Times

Also published on Tuesday was a letter from West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford to the committee detailing intelligence considered by police before reaching the decision.

From BBC

Mia admits that, for the first time, the enormity of the detailing has caused sleepless nights.

From BBC

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