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(idiomatic) A comparison of items that, however categorically similar, is inapt; an incompatible analogy, or the items so compared; a disanalogy.

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  • [Noun]
  • (idiomatic) A comparison of items that, however categorically similar, is inapt; an incompatible analogy, or the items so compared; a disanalogy.
  • Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see apples,‎ and,‎ oranges.

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