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Definition of which is to say

: which means that

Her eyes are hazel, which is to say they are greenish brown.

Word by Word Definitions

say play

: to express in words : state
: to state as opinion or belief : declare
: utter, pronounce

: something that is said : statement
: an expression of opinion
: a right or power to influence action or decision

: about, approximately
: for example : as

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without deliberation, pause, or delay

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