Definitions
- Referring to waste materials such as paper, cans, or bottles that are carelessly discarded in public places. - Talking about a group of newborn animals, such as kittens or puppies. - Describing the act of scattering or spreading something in a disorderly manner.
- Referring to waste materials such as food scraps, packaging, or broken items that are no longer useful. - Talking about something that is of poor quality or useless. - Describing the act of discarding or throwing something away.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to waste materials that are discarded.
- 2Both can be found in public places.
- 3Both can be harmful to the environment.
- 4Both can be associated with negative connotations.
- 5Both involve getting rid of something that is no longer needed or wanted.
What is the difference?
- 1Type of waste: Litter refers to smaller items like paper, cans, and bottles, while trash can include larger items like furniture or appliances.
- 2Location: Litter is often found in public places like parks or streets, while trash can be found in both public and private spaces.
- 3Connotation: Litter is often associated with careless or thoughtless behavior, while trash can be associated with something that is no longer useful or valuable.
- 4Usage: Litter is more commonly used in British English, while trash is more commonly used in American English.
Remember this!
Litter and trash are synonyms that refer to waste materials that are discarded. However, litter typically refers to smaller items like paper or cans that are carelessly discarded in public places, while trash can include larger items like furniture or appliances that are no longer useful. Additionally, litter is more commonly used in British English, while trash is more commonly used in American English.
