saying

American  

[sey-ing] / ˈseɪ ɪŋ /

noun

1. something said, say, especially a proverb or apothegm.

   Synonyms:

   aphorism, saw, adage, maxim

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idioms

1. go without saying, to be completely self-evident; be understood.

   It goes without saying that you are welcome to visit us at any time.

saying British  

/ ˈseɪɪŋ /

noun

1. a maxim, adage, or proverb

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Etymology

Origin of saying

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English (gerund); say ¹, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Business groups largely cheered the ruling, with the National Retail Federation saying this "provides much-needed certainty" for companies.

From Barron's

On Friday, Bardella instructed party members not to attend the weekend march because of a risk of violence, saying his party refuses to associate with some of the far-right groups involved.

From The Wall Street Journal

The council did not appeal after the judge ruled in favour, instead saying it was adopting a "new strategy" going forward for Brockwell Live.

From BBC

The term itself “is a beautiful word,” he is fond of saying, and he often cites the example of President William McKinley, who levied tariffs to generate revenue before the nation had an income tax.

From Salon

But the club will no longer make the trip, saying that doing so would not be consistent with the club's values.

From Barron's

Related Words

• saw
• statement