Simple Definition of sage

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sage

1 of 3

noun

ˈseɪʤ

plural sages

formal : a person who is very wise

sage

2 of 3

adjective

sager; sagest

always used before a noun

formal : very wise

sage advice

sage

3 of 3

noun

: an herb that has grayish-green leaves which are used in cooking

: a light grayish-green color

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