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finely-detailed

|fine-ly-de-tai-led|

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/ˈfaɪnli dɪˈteɪld/

intricate precision

Etymology
Etymology Information

'finely-detailed' originates from the combination of 'fine' and 'detailed', where 'fine' meant 'of high quality' and 'detailed' meant 'having many small parts or features'.

Historical Evolution

'finely-detailed' evolved from the Middle English word 'detaillen', which was derived from the Old French 'detailler', meaning 'to cut in pieces'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'detailed' meant 'to cut in pieces', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having many small parts or features'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

characterized by intricate and precise detail.

The artist's work is known for its finely-detailed patterns.

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Last updated: 2025/05/21 12:30