Definitions
- Referring to a type of artillery shell that is fired from a cannon. - Talking about a projectile that is designed to explode on impact. - Describing a type of ammunition used in military warfare.
- Referring to a type of ammunition that is fired from a gun or cannon. - Talking about a hard outer covering of an object, such as a turtle or egg. - Describing a type of explosive device used in military warfare.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are types of ammunition used in military warfare.
- 2Both are designed to explode on impact.
- 3Both can be fired from a cannon or gun.
- 4Both can cause significant damage to their target.
- 5Both are used in offensive and defensive military strategies.
What is the difference?
- 1Design: Obus is typically larger and heavier than shell.
- 2Function: Obus is designed to explode upon impact, while shell can be designed for different purposes, such as illumination or smoke.
- 3Shape: Obus is typically cylindrical or conical, while shell can have various shapes, such as spherical or cylindrical.
- 4Usage: Obus is less commonly used in English than shell.
Remember this!
Obus and shell are both types of ammunition used in military warfare. However, obus is a French word that refers to a specific type of artillery shell that is designed to explode on impact. It is typically larger and heavier than a shell. On the other hand, shell is an English word that refers to a broader range of ammunition that can have different shapes and functions, such as illumination or smoke.
