Definitions
- A receptacle used for spitting in public places, such as train stations or public restrooms. - An object used to collect saliva or phlegm when someone is sick. - A container used in dental offices to collect saliva and other fluids during dental procedures.
- A container used for spitting tobacco juice or other substances. - An object used in the past in saloons or other public places where people would smoke and spit. - A decorative object used in some cultures as a symbol of hospitality.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are containers used for spitting.
- 2Both have been used in public places.
- 3Both are associated with tobacco use.
- 4Both are not commonly used in modern times.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Cuspidor is used in medical and dental settings, while spittoon is associated with tobacco use and public spaces.
- 2Design: Cuspidor is typically a plain and functional container, while spittoon can be decorative and ornate.
- 3Material: Cuspidor is often made of plastic or metal, while spittoon can be made of various materials, including glass, porcelain, or brass.
- 4Purpose: Cuspidor is used for collecting saliva and other fluids during medical procedures, while spittoon is used for spitting tobacco juice or other substances.
- 5Connotation: Cuspidor has a more clinical and sterile connotation, while spittoon has a more rustic and old-fashioned connotation.
Remember this!
Cuspidor and spittoon are both containers used for spitting, but they differ in their usage, design, material, purpose, and connotation. Cuspidor is a functional container used in medical and dental settings to collect saliva and other fluids, while spittoon is associated with tobacco use and public spaces and can be decorative and ornate.
