Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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trifle | Yes | No | Yes | No |
detail | Yes | No | Yes | No |
trifle (noun) | detail (noun) |
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something of small importance | an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole |
a detail that is considered insignificant | extended treatment of particulars |
a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate | a temporary military unit |
a crew of workers selected for a particular task | |
a small part that can be considered separately from the whole |
trifle (verb) | detail (verb) |
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consider not very seriously | assign to a specific task |
act frivolously | provide details for |
waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently |