Definition of Mixed metaphor

1. Noun. A combination of two or more metaphors that together produce a ridiculous effect.

Generic synonyms: Metaphor

Lexicographical Neighbors of Mixed Metaphor

mixed expired gas
mixed farming
mixed function oxidases
mixed gland
mixed glioma
mixed hyperlipaemia
mixed hyperlipidemia
mixed hyperlipoproteinaemia familial
mixed hypoglycaemia
mixed infection
mixed lymphocyte culture
mixed lymphocyte culture test
mixed lymphocyte reaction
mixed marriage
mixed mesodermal tumour
mixed metaphor (current term)
mixed nerve
mixed nuisance
mixed opioid agonist-antagonist
mixed paralysis
mixed sleep apnoea
mixed thrombus
mixed tide
mixed tumour
mixed tumour of salivary gland
mixed tumour of skin
mixen
mixens
mixer
mixers

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