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.

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Etymology

Origin of detailing

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

Example Sentences

His contribution—detailing an encounter when two souls had arrived at once— used a variety of mediums: berry pulp, bone slivers, feathers, sap.

From Literature

Sharif on Saturday said he had a detailed telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian lasting over one hour, detailing Pakistan's "ongoing diplomatic outreach".

From Barron's

She also required the government to provide a report by April 6 detailing how it has complied with her ruling.

From The Wall Street Journal

Though the actor has not publicly addressed the brawl, in the days before the incident, he posted several videos detailing his struggles with jet lag.

From Los Angeles Times

Her 15-year-daughter Fidaa is thrilled, proudly detailing the new jeans, T-shirt and jacket her mother got her to mark the holiday.

From Barron's

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