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vessel vs retort

retort vs vessel

vessel and retort both are nouns.

vessel is not a verb while retort is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
vessel Yes No No No
retort Yes No Yes No
As nouns, retort is a hyponym of vessel; that is, retort is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than vessel:
  • vessel: an object used as a container (especially for liquids)
  • retort: a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat
vessel (noun) retort (noun)
a craft designed for water transportation a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat
an object used as a container (especially for liquids) a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
a tube in which a body fluid circulates
vessel (verb) retort (verb)
answer back
Difference between vessel and retort

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