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English Dictionary - With Multi-Lingual Search
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non sequitur
noun
(
logic
) An invalid argument; one in which the conclusion cannot be logically deduced from the premises.
The argument "All ravens are black; this object is black; therefore, this object is a raven" is a .
Any abrupt and inexplicable transition or occurrence.
Having a costumed superhero abduct the vicar was an utter in the novel.
(
context, humor
) A kind of pun that uses a change of word, subject, or meaning to make a joke of the listener's expectation:
"Take my wife - please."
-- Henny Youngman
"If all the girls who attended the Yale prom were laid end to end, I wouldn't be a bit surprised."
-- Dorothy Parker
"A fool and his money are soon partying."
-- Steven Wright
Translations:
Etymology:
non sequitur
"it does not follow".
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