detailing

noun de·tail·ing \ˈdē-ˌtāl-iŋ\

: small decorative parts : details added to a building, piece of clothing, etc.

: the act or process of thoroughly cleaning a car in an attempt to make it look new

Full Definition of DETAILING

: the act or process of meticulously cleaning and refurbishing an automobile

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