Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

drill-down

verb
/drɪl daʊn/
Definition
A process of breaking down complex data into smaller, more specific components or details.
Examples
  • When analyzing the sales report, we can drill down into specific regions to identify trends.
  • The software allows users to drill down into the database for more granular insights.
  • To understand the results better, she decided to drill down into the individual responses.
Meaning
To search through data by moving from a general overview to more detailed information.
Synonyms
  • analyze
  • examine
  • explore
  • investigate