Definitions
- Referring to a flat, circular object with no hole in the center. - Talking about a round, thin plate-like object used for playing sports such as frisbee or disc golf. - Describing an optical disc used for storing digital data, such as CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs.
- Referring to a flat, circular object with a hole in the center. - Talking about a round, thin plate-like object used for storing data on a computer or other electronic device. - Describing a mechanical device consisting of a rotating disk used for storage or data processing.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a flat, circular object.
- 2Both can be used for storage purposes.
- 3Both can be used in the context of computing and technology.
What is the difference?
- 1Center hole: Disc does not have a hole in the center, while disk does.
- 2Usage: Disc is more commonly used in the context of sports and entertainment, while disk is more commonly used in the context of computing and technology.
Remember this!
While disc and disk are both synonyms that refer to a flat, circular object, they differ in spelling, center hole, usage, pronunciation, and etymology. Disc is more commonly used in the context of sports and entertainment, while disk is more commonly used in the context of computing and technology.
