saying

[ sey-ing ]

noun

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

   Synonyms: aphorism, saw, adage, maxim

saying

/ ˈseɪɪŋ /

noun

1. a maxim, adage, or proverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of saying¹

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

Idioms and Phrases

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.

Example Sentences

At her morning news conference on Thursday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum shot back , saying that her country was open to “coordination” with its northern neighbor, but not “subordination.”

From Los Angeles Times

At a recent Board of Trustees meeting, around a dozen Black students expressed their concerns about the rally, saying they were subjected to harassment, intimidation and racial slurs.

From Los Angeles Times

“I’m not saying to vote for her,” he told people, pausing.

From Los Angeles Times

Rodriguez and Guillen defended Rios, saying his actions came from a place of passion for the community he loves and is trying to protect.

From Los Angeles Times

When you’ve lived your whole life under that order, seeing and saying nothing becomes a survival plan.

From Salon

Related Words

• saw
• statement