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Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures - Additional Information (Detail) - KRW (₩) ₩ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2019 | Dec. 31, 2018
Disclosure of associates [abstract] |  |
Loss from associates and joint ventures not recognized | ₩ 6,124 | ₩ 1,908
Accumulated comprehensive loss of associates and joint ventures not recognized | ₩ 12,599 | ₩ 6,475

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