Definitions
- Referring to a lost or wandering animal that has been found and taken in by someone. - Describing an object or item that has been misplaced or lost and then found by someone else. - Talking about a person who has strayed from their path or beliefs and needs guidance to return.
- Referring to an animal that has wandered away from its home or owner. - Describing a person who has wandered off course or lost their way. - Talking about something that is not in its usual place or has deviated from its expected path.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that is not where it should be.
- 2Both can describe animals that are lost or wandering.
- 3Both can be used to describe people who have lost their way or strayed from their path.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Estray is typically used in legal or formal contexts, while stray is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 2Meaning: Estray often refers to something that has been found or taken in, while stray emphasizes the act of wandering or deviating from a path.
- 3Connotation: Estray has a more positive connotation, as it implies that the lost thing has been found and taken care of, while stray can have negative connotations, as it suggests something or someone is lost or off course.
Remember this!
Estray and stray are synonyms that both refer to something that is not where it should be. However, estray is less commonly used and typically used in legal or formal contexts to describe something that has been found or taken in. On the other hand, stray is more versatile and can be used in various contexts to describe something or someone that has wandered off course or deviated from a path.
