Definitions
- Describing a shape with four straight sides and four right angles. - Referring to a two-dimensional figure with opposite sides of equal length and parallel to each other. - Talking about a geometric shape that can be found in various objects, such as windows, doors, and frames.
- Describing a shape that is longer than it is wide. - Referring to a two-dimensional figure that is elongated and often irregular in shape. - Talking about an object that is longer than it is wide, such as a tablet or a loaf of bread.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe shapes that are elongated in one direction.
- 2Both words refer to two-dimensional figures.
- 3Both words can be used to describe objects and their shapes.
What is the difference?
- 1Angles: Rectangle has four right angles, while oblong can have any angle.
- 2Symmetry: Rectangle has two pairs of parallel sides and is symmetrical, while oblong may not be symmetrical.
- 3Proportions: Rectangle has opposite sides of equal length, while oblong may have sides of different lengths.
- 4Usage: Rectangle is more commonly used in geometry and mathematics, while oblong is more commonly used in everyday language to describe objects.
- 5Connotation: Rectangle is associated with precision and regularity, while oblong is associated with irregularity and informality.
Remember this!
Rectangle and oblong are both words used to describe elongated shapes. However, the difference between rectangle and oblong is their angles, symmetry, proportions, usage, and connotation. A rectangle is a four-sided shape with four right angles, opposite sides of equal length, and parallel to each other. In contrast, an oblong is a shape that is longer than it is wide, may not be symmetrical, and can have any angle.
