Definitions
- A marker placed at the head of a grave to identify the person buried there. - A stone monument that bears an inscription or epitaph to commemorate the deceased. - A symbol of remembrance and tribute to the departed loved one.
- A large, upright stone monument or marker placed at the head of a grave. - A memorial stone that bears the name, dates of birth and death, and other information about the deceased. - A symbol of respect and remembrance for the person who has passed away.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are markers placed at the head of a grave to identify the person buried there.
- 2Both are made of stone and can be inscribed with the name, dates of birth and death, and other information about the deceased.
- 3Both serve as symbols of remembrance and tribute to the departed loved one.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Tombstones are typically larger and more elaborate than gravestones.
- 2Material: Tombstones are often made of more expensive materials such as marble or granite, while gravestones can be made of various types of stone.
- 3Design: Tombstones may have more intricate designs and carvings than gravestones.
- 4Usage: Tombstones are more commonly used in American English, while gravestones are more commonly used in British English.
Remember this!
Gravestone and tombstone are both markers placed at the head of a grave to identify the person buried there and serve as symbols of remembrance and tribute to the departed loved one. However, tombstones are typically larger, more elaborate, and made of more expensive materials than gravestones. Additionally, tombstones may have more intricate designs and carvings than gravestones.
