Meaning Of The Word Mixed metaphor

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mixed metaphor in American English
the use of two or more inconsistent metaphors in a single expression (Ex.: the storm of protest was nipped in the bud)
noun: the use in the same expression of two or more metaphors that are incongruous or illogical when combined, as in “The president will put the ship of state on its feet”

mixed metaphor in British English
noun: a combination of incongruous metaphors, as when the Nazi jackboots sing their swan song

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