Definitions
- Referring to a person who shares a mess hall or dining area with you, especially in the military. - Describing someone who eats meals with you regularly, such as a roommate or colleague. - Talking about a close friend or companion with whom you share meals and spend time together.
- Referring to a close friend or companion, often used informally. - Describing someone who accompanies you on a particular activity or adventure. - Talking about a partner or teammate in a shared endeavor or project.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a close relationship between two people.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a friend or companion.
- 3Both words can be used informally.
- 4Both words imply a sense of camaraderie and mutual support.
- 5Both words can be used to describe someone you spend time with regularly.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Messmate is less commonly used than buddy in everyday language.
- 2Connotation: Messmate has a more formal or serious connotation due to its military origin, while buddy is more casual and friendly.
- 3Scope: Messmate is typically used to describe someone you share meals with, while buddy can be used to describe any close friend or companion.
- 4Gender: Buddy is more commonly used to refer to male friends, while messmate is gender-neutral.
Remember this!
Messmate and buddy are both words used to describe close relationships between two people. However, messmate has a more specific origin related to military or naval contexts and is less commonly used in everyday language. It typically refers to someone you share meals with, while buddy is a more general term that can be used to describe any close friend or companion.
