The detail
Example: The detail makes a big difference in final results
Definition
"The detail" refers to a small, individual feature or element that contributes to the overall composition or understanding of something. It often highlights the importance of minor aspects that can significantly affect the outcome or perception of a larger object or situation.
Etymology
The term "the detail" originates from the Old French word 'detail,' which meant a small part or piece of something. It came into English in the late Middle Ages, evolving from the Latin 'detaille,' a diminutive of 'detailler,' meaning to cut in pieces. Did you know? The word originally had a more literal sense of cutting or dividing before it came to mean a small part or feature.
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"The detail" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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