Definitions
- Referring to a small amount of whiskey or other spirits. - Talking about a theatrical play or performance. - Describing a sudden and intense emotional outburst.
- Referring to a small amount of liquor, especially rum. - Talking about a young child or toddler. - Describing a small, insignificant thing or amount.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a small amount of something.
- 2Both can be used to describe a drink of alcohol.
- 3Both can be used as nouns.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Dram is more commonly used in British English, while tot is more commonly used in American English.
- 2Type of alcohol: Dram typically refers to whiskey or other spirits, while tot specifically refers to rum.
- 3Age: Tot can also refer to a young child or toddler, while dram does not have this meaning.
- 4Connotation: Dram can have a positive or negative connotation depending on the context, while tot is generally neutral or informal.
Remember this!
Dram and tot are both words that refer to a small amount of something, often a drink of alcohol. However, they differ in their origins, usage, type of alcohol, age, and connotation. Dram is more commonly used in British English and typically refers to whiskey or other spirits, while tot is more commonly used in American English and specifically refers to rum. Additionally, tot can also refer to a young child or toddler, while dram does not have this meaning.
