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saying

/ˈseɪɪŋ/ · verb

Meaning

  1. To pronounce.
  2. To recite.
  3. To tell, either verbally or in writing.
  4. To indicate in a written form.
  5. To have a common expression; used in singular passive voice or plural active voice to indicate a rumor or well-known fact.
  6. Suppose, assume; used to mark an example, supposition or hypothesis.
  7. To try; to assay.
  8. A proverb or maxim.
  9. That which is said; a statement.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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