Definitions
- Referring to a broken piece of pottery or ceramic material. - Describing a fragment of a clay pot or vessel that has been shattered or broken. - Talking about a piece of earthenware or stoneware that has been damaged or destroyed.
- Referring to a small piece or part of something that has been broken, separated, or detached. - Describing a portion of a larger object that has been split or divided into smaller pieces. - Talking about a broken or incomplete piece of something that was once whole.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to broken or damaged pieces of something.
- 2Both words can be used to describe archaeological or historical artifacts.
- 3Both words can be used to describe the result of something being shattered or broken apart.
What is the difference?
- 1Material: Potsherd specifically refers to a broken piece of pottery or ceramic material, while fragment can refer to any type of broken material.
- 2Size: Potsherd typically refers to a larger piece of broken material, while fragment can refer to a small or large piece.
- 3Usage: Potsherd is more commonly used in archaeological or historical contexts, while fragment is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 4Connotation: Potsherd has a more specific and technical connotation, while fragment is more general and can be used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Potsherd and fragment are both words that describe broken or damaged pieces of something. However, potsherd specifically refers to a broken piece of pottery or ceramic material, while fragment can refer to any type of broken material. Additionally, potsherd is more commonly used in archaeological or historical contexts, while fragment is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
