Definitions
- A bed for a baby or young child with high sides to prevent them from falling out. - A place where animals are kept, such as a stable or pen. - A slang term for a home or dwelling.
- A feeding trough for livestock, typically made of wood or stone. - A term used in Christianity to refer to the place where Jesus was laid after his birth. - A container used for storing and dispensing animal feed.
List of Similarities
- 1Both crib and manger are used to hold or contain something.
- 2Both words are associated with animals, either as a place to sleep or eat.
- 3Both words have religious connotations, with manger being associated with the birth of Jesus.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Crib is more commonly used to refer to a bed for a baby or a slang term for a home, while manger is primarily used to describe a feeding trough for animals.
- 2Shape: Crib typically has high sides to prevent babies from falling out, while manger is often open and elongated to allow animals to eat.
- 3Material: Crib is usually made of wood or metal, while manger is typically made of wood or stone.
- 4Function: Crib is primarily used for sleeping, while manger is used for feeding.
- 5Religious significance: Manger has a strong association with the Christian story of Jesus' birth, while crib does not have any religious connotations.
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Remember this!
While both crib and manger are associated with animals, they have different meanings and uses. A crib is a bed for a baby or a slang term for a home, while a manger is a feeding trough for animals, often with religious connotations related to the birth of Jesus. The two words differ in their shape, material, function, and usage.
