Definitions
- Referring to a churchyard or burial ground adjacent to a church. - Talking about a historic or traditional cemetery with a religious connection. - Describing a burial place that is often smaller and more intimate than a public graveyard.
- Referring to a public or municipal cemetery where people are buried. - Talking about a burial ground that is not necessarily associated with a church or religion. - Describing a cemetery that is often larger and more formal than a kirkyard.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to places where people are buried.
- 2Both are outdoor locations.
- 3Both are associated with death and mourning.
- 4Both can be places of reflection and remembrance.
- 5Both contain graves and headstones.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Kirkyard is typically located adjacent to a church, while graveyard can be located anywhere.
- 2Religious affiliation: Kirkyard is often associated with a church or religious institution, while graveyard may not have any religious affiliation.
- 3Size: Kirkyard is often smaller and more intimate than graveyard, which can be larger and more formal.
- 4Usage: Kirkyard may be used more for individual or family burials, while graveyard may be used for public or municipal burials.
- 5Connotation: Kirkyard may have a more historic or traditional connotation, while graveyard may have a more modern or practical connotation.
Remember this!
Kirkyard and graveyard both refer to places where people are buried, but they differ in location, religious affiliation, size, usage, and connotation. A kirkyard is typically located adjacent to a church and has a religious affiliation, while a graveyard can be located anywhere and may not have any religious affiliation. A kirkyard is often smaller and more intimate, while a graveyard can be larger and more formal.
