kissing cousin
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kissing cousin
n.
- A distant relative known well enough to be kissed when greeted.
- One of two or more things that are closely akin.
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kissing cousins
Two or more things that are closely akin or very similar. For example, They may be made by different manufacturers, but these two cars are kissing cousins. This metaphoric term alludes to a distant relative who is well known enough to be greeted with a kiss. [c. 1930]
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- Family Affairs - kissing cousin: friend or relative known well enough to kiss upon meeting
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