Definitions
Doe is a noun that refers to a female deer.
Example
The doe and her fawn were grazing in the meadow.
Example
I saw a doe crossing the road on my way to work.
Dough is a noun that refers to a mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients that is kneaded and baked to make bread, pastry, or other baked goods.
Example
She kneaded the dough until it was smooth.
Example
The dough needs to rise for an hour before baking.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
- To remember the difference between doe and dough, you can associate doe with a female deer, which has two 'o's in its name. - For dough, think of the 'ough' as sounding like 'oh', and imagine someone saying 'Oh, I love eating doughnuts made from dough!'.
Remember this!
Remember, doe refers to a female deer, while dough is a mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients used to make baked goods.
