Definitions
- Describing a path or route that has a sharp bend or angle. - Referring to a golf course hole that has a sharp turn. - Talking about a road or street that has an abrupt change in direction.
- Describing a path or route that has a series of sharp turns in opposite directions. - Referring to a pattern or design that resembles a series of sharp turns. - Talking about a movement or motion that involves changing direction frequently.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a path or route that changes direction abruptly.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a golf course hole.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a road or street.
What is the difference?
- 1Shape: Doglegged refers to a path with a single sharp bend, while zigzag refers to a path with multiple sharp turns in opposite directions.
- 2Pattern: Zigzag can also refer to a pattern or design that resembles a series of sharp turns, while doglegged does not have this connotation.
- 3Movement: Zigzag can also refer to a movement or motion that involves changing direction frequently, while doglegged is limited to describing a path or route.
- 4Connotation: Doglegged is more commonly used in sports contexts, while zigzag is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
Remember this!
Doglegged and zigzag both describe paths or routes that change direction abruptly. However, doglegged refers to a path with a single sharp bend, while zigzag refers to a path with multiple sharp turns in opposite directions. Additionally, zigzag can also refer to a pattern or design that resembles a series of sharp turns, as well as a movement or motion that involves changing direction frequently.
