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saying

noun

say·​ing ˈsā-iŋ How to pronounce saying (audio)
Synonyms of sayingnext
: something said
especially : adage

Examples of saying in a Sentence

there's an old saying that you should let sleeping dogs lie
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of saying was in the 14th century

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“Saying.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/saying. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

saying

noun
say·​ing
ˈsā-iŋ
: something frequently said : proverb

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