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It’s really just what they choose to call it. The lines between brown ale and stouts are completely blurred these days. Long ago, there was a distinct difference, but not in the modern age.
As with other styles, I agree there is a lot of variety. And some that don't fit any traditional style. I can't say I have had a lot of 'brown ales' but I was thinking it would be more of a hopped up lager. I asked the guy at beer distributer what ImpS he had and he said I might try this...