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said
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Synonyms of said
past tense and past participle of
say
said
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adjective
ˈsed
: aforementioned
Synonyms
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aforementioned
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foregoing
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by order of the judge of said court
with said guidebook in hand, we set off to explore the city
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One such former worker, Evy Kwong, posted to TikTok about her agonizing two days wait to get her email only to find her name misspelled in said message.
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Increasingly, the Big Ten and SEC fund, staff and behave differently than the rest of college football, and being hired into a head coaching job in one of those conferences is going to be easier with greater working knowledge of life in said conferences.
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How many of its players are actually from said town?
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Although layoffs cost Google a pretty penny, so did the real estate cutbacks due to said layoffs (including in locations like the pricey Bay Area).
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Hot, then cold A constant in Detroit’s struggles this season has been not just the team’s tendency to commit excessive mistakes, but also the its inability to overcome said mistakes.
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The other is activist artist Shepard Fairey, the designer of said merchandise.
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The review includes examining criteria and avenues for delegating authority, applications for said delegations, notification procedures regarding the White House, and more.
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At said pre-reception, while some guests were pulled for quick interviews with the select press in attendance, most mingled and snacked on meatballs and chicken wings.
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past participle of say
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Saying & uttering
(your) every word idiom
add
come out with something
every
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used before the name of a person or thing you have already mentioned: the said The said Joseph Brown was seen outside the house on the night of 15 January. Synonyms
above-mentioned formal
aforementioned formal
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Quoting & making references
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allusive
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bandy something around
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hark
misquote
quotable
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（say的過去式及過去分詞）, 上述的，前面提到的…
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say الفِعل الماضي والتصريف الثالِث مِن…
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past simple and past participle of say
SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases
Saying & uttering
(your) every word idiom
add
come out with something
every
fall from something
find your voice idiom
get in
in your own words idiom
intone
loud
observe
phrase
quoth
say
spoken
string
talk sense idiom
think
verbalize
volunteer
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he said, she said
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/sed/ uk
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/sed/
used before the name of a person or thing you have already mentioned: the said The said Joseph Brown was seen outside the house on the night of January 15 . Synonyms
above-mentioned formal
aforementioned formal
SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases
Quoting & making references
allude to someone/something
allusive
allusiveness
as for someone/something idiom
bandy something around
bring
cite
en passant
further
hark
misquote
quotable
quotably
quote... unquote idiom
ref
refer
refer to someone/something
reference
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undermentioned
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(Definition of said from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)
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saidus
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in Chinese (Traditional)
（say的過去式及過去分詞）, 上述的，前面提到的…
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in Chinese (Simplified)
（say的过去式及过去分词）, 上述的，前面提到的…
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pasado simple y participio pasado de "say"…
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passado e particípio passado de "say", referido…
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“say” の過去形、過去分詞形…
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söylemek' fiilinin geçmiş zaman hâli…
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passat i participi passat de “say”…
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say الفِعل الماضي والتصريف الثالِث مِن…
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say
'nuff said
nuff said, at 'nuff said
enough said phrase
you said it idiom
he said, she said idiom
you said it! idiom
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enough said phrase
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least said soonest mended idiom
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Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2024How to use said in a sentenceThe first is a company with a large site with many individuals responsible for the upkeep of the said site.Top four SEO myths debunked: Director’s cut | Houston Barnett-Gearhart | January 21, 2021 | Search Engine WatchRioters ripped down fences, threw all manner of objects at the police including flags, bottles and metal poles from said fences, scaled the stairs and climbed scaffolding.What it was like to photograph the insurrection at the Capitol | Alex Scimecca | January 9, 2021 | FortuneThe company then ran into financial difficulties that led to its filing for bankruptcy protection in March, before emerging from said bankruptcy in July thanks to a deal funded in part by the UK government, and in part by Bharti Global.OneWeb launches 36 satellites to join its global broadband constellation on orbit | Darrell Etherington | December 18, 2020 | TechCrunchOther features include the ability to share watch faces online or with friends, and download apps on said watch faces that you may not have installed on your watch or phone.The 5 Most Exciting Things Apple Announced at its Virtual WWDC 2020 | Patrick Lucas Austin | June 22, 2020 | TimeNook then charges you for the privilege of turning said island into a real community, sending you off on various quests and tasks to earn points.Nintendo's Animal Crossing: New Horizons Is the Game We All Need Right Now | Matthew Gault | March 17, 2020 | TimeAnd without physical evidence, cases often come down to “he said/she said.”No Wonder Cosby's Keeping Quiet: He Could Still Be Prosecuted | Jay Michaelson | November 23, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTNo he-said-she-said, no muffled sounds through the dorm ceiling, no “Maybe he has other issues.”Your Princess Is in Another Castle: Misogyny, Entitlement, and Nerds | Arthur Chu | May 27, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTAccuse him of lying, it just gets his back up, and he gets all righteous, and it's just he said/he said.Ten Random Notes on Tampa | Michael Tomasky | August 31, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTIn a he said/she said, Ramin Setoodeh and Maria Elena Fernandez debate the merits of the latest Spidey adaptation.‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ Fight Over Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone | Ramin Setoodeh, Maria Elena Fernandez | July 6, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTThe case was still a she-said-he-said as the victim took the stand.She Dialed 911. The Cop Who Came to Help Raped Her. | Michael Daly | January 29, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTA good plan for the "he-said" girl is to take her father as her ideal, and hero and lover.Fifty-Two Story Talks To Boys And Girls | Howard J. ChidleyThe truth of this is not to be gain-said, but it is the utterance of an engineer who judges the merit of a thing by its utility.Heroes of the Telegraph | J. MunroClose by the entrance stood a booth festooned with lamps and lanterns of every sort, with above it scrawled "Aladdin-Ibn-said."War in the Garden of Eden | Kermit RooseveltMiss Vivian said-you know what she's like when she's in a hurry.The War-Workers | E.M. Delafield"I s-s-said y-you," corrected Master Sturtevant, rising and taking a few cautious steps to test the state of his legs.The Brass Bound Box | Evelyn RaymondSee More ExamplesBritish Dictionary definitions for said (1 of 2)said1/ (sɛd) /adjective(prenominal) (in contracts, pleadings, etc) named or mentioned previously; aforesaidverbthe past tense and past participle of say 1British Dictionary definitions for said (2 of 2)said2/ (ˈsɑːɪd) /nouna variant of sayyidCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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say verb /seɪ/ /seɪ/Verb Forms present simple I / you / we / they say /seɪ/ /seɪ/ he / she / it says /sez/ /sez/ past simple said /sed/ /sed/ past participle said /sed/ /sed/ -ing form saying /ˈseɪɪŋ/ /ˈseɪɪŋ/Idioms
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speak [intransitive, transitive] to speak or tell somebody something, using words + speech ‘Hello!’ she said.‘That was marvellous,’ said Daniel.A legendary football coach once said, ‘Winning is everything.’ In stories the subject often comes after said, says or say when it follows the actual words spoken, unless it is a pronoun. say something Be quiet, I have something to say.Come and say hello.Please say yes!I didn't believe a word she said.That's a terrible thing to say. say something to somebody She said nothing to me about it. say to somebody/yourself + speech I said to myself (= thought), ‘That can't be right!’ say (that)… He said (that) his name was Sam.Can I just say I'm not happy about this?I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. it is said that… It is said that she lived to be over 100. say what, how, etc… She finds it hard to say what she feels.‘That's impossible!’ ‘So you say (= but I think you may be wrong).’‘Why can't I go out now?’ ‘Because I say so.’‘What do you want it for?’ ‘I'd rather not say.’ say to do something He said to meet him here. be said to be/have something He is said to have been a brilliant scholar.Express Yourself InterruptingInterruptingYou may need to say something when somebody else is speaking, or you may be chairing a discussion where you have to stop one person from talking too much. If you start talking at the same time as somebody else, this will seem rude. To interrupt politely, you can say, for example:Sorry to interrupt, but I have to disagree with that.Could I just say something here?If I could, let me stop you there for a moment and go back to your previous point.Actually, we seem to have strayed a bit from the topic. Can we go back to the first point?Just a moment, Sue. Can we hear what Jack has to say on this?May I interrupt you there? I don't think that's true. (formal)I’m sorry, but we’re running short on time. Can you please summarize very quickly so we can finish up? I appreciate your enthusiasm on this topic, but I’m afraid we have a couple more people to hear from. Could you two please discuss that issue privately after the meeting? We have several more items to cover and need to move on at this point. I’m sorry, I really have to stop you there. We've run out of time. Let’s save that conversation for another time.Which Word? say / tellsay / tellSay never has a person as the object. You say something or say something to somebody. Say is often used when you are giving somebody’s exact words:‘Sit down,’ she said.Anne said, ‘I’m tired.’Anne said (that) she was tired.What did he say to you? You cannot use ‘say about’, but say something about is correct:I want to say something/a few words/a little about my family. Say can also be used with a clause when the person you are talking to is not mentioned:She didn’t say what she intended to do.Tell usually has a person as the object and often has two objects:Have you told him the news yet? Like say, it is often used with ‘that’ clauses:Anne told me (that) she was tired.Tell is usually used when somebody is giving facts or information, often with what, where, etc:Can you tell me when the movie starts? Tell is also used when you are giving somebody instructions:The doctor told me to stay in bed. NOTThe doctor said me to stay in bed.Extra Examples‘I am home, ’ he said simply.‘I don't know,’ she said crossly.‘There's nothing wrong with him, ’ she said airily.‘Well, at least we tried!’ he said with a shrug.‘You'll see!’ Lianne said with a smile.A government spokesman was quoted as saying that they would take steps to restore order.Can you honestly say you're sorry?I dared not say a word about it to anyone.I heard him say they were leaving tomorrow.I've forgotten what I was going to say.Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadverbaloudout loudloudly…verb + saybe about tobe going tohasten to…prepositionabouttophrasesbe quoted as saying somethinga thing to sayI have to say…See full entry
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repeat words [transitive] say something to repeat words, phrases, etc.to say a prayerTry to say that line with more conviction.
give written information [transitive, no passive] (of something that is written or can be seen) to give particular information or instructions + speech The notice said ‘Keep Out’. say something The clock said three o'clock. say (that)… The instructions say (that) we should leave it to set for four hours. say where, why, etc… The book doesn't say where he was born. say to do something The guidebook says to turn left. express opinion [transitive, intransitive] to express an opinion on something say something Say what you like (= although you disagree) about her, she's a fine singer.I'll say this for them, they're a very efficient company.Anna thinks I'm lazy—what do you say (= what is your opinion)? say (that)… I can't say I blame her for resigning (= I think she was right).I have to say I enjoyed every minute.I say (= suggest) we go without them.I wouldn't say they were rich (= in my opinion they are not rich).That's not to say it's a bad movie (= it is good but it is not without faults). say what, how, etc… It's hard to say what caused the accident.It's difficult to say whether the story is true.‘When will it be finished?’ ‘I couldn't say (= I don't know).’Is it worth it? I would say not.Extra ExamplesDo you have anything to say about this?I wouldn't like to say what the impact might be on my business.She wasn't at her best, it has to be said.It's difficult to say exactly where it will land.I hate to say it, but I think Stephen may be right.I have to say I didn't expect it to be so good.It is fair to say a considerable amount of effort went into the project.Topics Opinion and argumentb1Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadverbaloudout loudloudly…verb + saybe about tobe going tohasten to…prepositionabouttophrasesbe quoted as saying somethinga thing to sayI have to say…See full entry show thoughts/feelings [transitive] to make thoughts, feelings, etc. clear to somebody by using words, looks, movements, etc. say something His angry glance said it all.Just what is the artist trying to say in her work? say something about somebody/something The museum's architects have managed to say something about our national story. show what somebody/something is like [transitive] to show, sometimes indirectly, what somebody/something is like say something That says it all really, doesn't it? (= it shows clearly what is true) say something about somebody/something The incident says an awful lot about his character. say something to somebody This says to me that there is more here than you are letting on. give example [transitive, no passive] to suggest or give something as an example or a possibility say something/somebody You could learn the basics in, let's say, three months.Let’s take any writer, say (= for example) Dickens… say (that)… Say you lose your job: what would you do then?Just say he refuses to talk to you.Topics Suggestions and adviceb2
Word OriginOld English secgan, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch zeggen and German sagen.Idioms be easier said than done (saying) to be much more difficult to do than to talk about‘Why don't you get yourself a job?’ ‘That's easier said than done.’ before you can say Jack Robinson (old-fashioned) very quickly; in a very short time enough said used to say that you understand a situation and there is no need to say any more‘He's a politician, remember.’ ‘Enough said.’ go without saying to be very obvious or easy to predictOf course I'll help you. That goes without saying. have something, nothing, etc. to say for yourself to be ready, unwilling, etc. to talk or give your views on somethingShe doesn't have much to say for herself (= doesn't take part in conversation).He had plenty to say for himself (= he had a lot of opinions and was willing to talk).Late again—what have you got to say for yourself (= what is your excuse)?
have something to say (to somebody) about something to be angryHe knew that if he wasn't back by midnight, his parents would have something to say about it. having said that | that said (informal) used to introduce an opinion that makes what you have just said seem less strongI sometimes get worried in this job. Having said that, I enjoy doing it, it's a challenge.Topics Opinion and argumentc1 I dare say (also I daresay especially in British English)used when you are saying that something is likelyI dare say you know about it already.Topics Doubt, guessing and certaintyc2 if you don’t mind me/my saying so… used when you are going to criticize somebody or say something that might upset themThat colour doesn't really suit you, if you don't mind my saying so. I hear what you're saying used to tell somebody that you have listened to their opinion, especially when you are going to express a different opinionI hear what you're saying, but you're wrong.
I’ll say! (old-fashioned, informal) used for emphasis to say ‘yes’‘Does she see him often?’ ‘I'll say! Nearly every day.’ I’m glad to say (that…) (informal) used when you are commenting on a situation and saying that you are happy about itMost teachers, I'm glad to say, take their jobs very seriously. I’m sorry to say used for saying that something is disappointingHe didn't accept the job, I'm sorry to say. I must say (informal) used to emphasize an opinionWell, I must say, that's the funniest thing I've heard all week.Topics Opinion and argumentc1 I say (British English, old-fashioned, informal)used to express surprise, shock, etc.I say! What a huge cake!
used to attract somebody’s attention or introduce a new subject of conversationI say, can you lend me five pounds? it says a lot, very little, etc. for somebody/something (informal) it shows a good/bad quality that somebody/something hasIt says a lot for her that she never lost her temper.It didn't say much for their efficiency that the order arrived a week late. I wouldn’t say no (to something) (informal) used to say that you would like something or to accept something that is offeredI wouldn't say no to a pizza.‘Tea, Brian?’ ‘I wouldn't say no.’ least said soonest mended (British English, saying) a bad situation will pass or be forgotten most quickly if nothing more is said about it the less/least said the better the best thing to do is say as little as possible about something
let's just say used when commenting on a situation to suggest that you could say something more or worse but prefer not toLet's just say he wasn't very happy about the decision (= he was very unhappy or angry about it). let us say used when making a suggestion or giving an exampleI can let you have it for, well let's say £100. mean to say used to emphasize what you are saying or to ask somebody if they really mean what they sayI mean to say, you should have known how he would react!Do you mean to say you've lost it? needless to say used to emphasize that the information you are giving is obviousThe problem, needless to say, is the cost involved. never say die (saying) do not stop hoping
no sooner said than done used to say that something was, or will be, done immediately not have a good word to say for somebody/something (informal) to never say anything good about somebody/somethingNobody had a good word to say about him. not say boo to a goose (British English) (North American English not say boo to anyone)to be very shy or gentleHe's so nervous he wouldn't say boo to a goose. not to say used to introduce a stronger way of describing somethinga difficult, not to say impossible, task say cheese used to ask somebody to smile before you take their photograph say a mouthful (North American English, informal) to say something importantYou said a mouthful there, buddy. say no (to something) to refuse an offer, a suggestion, etc.If you don't invest in this, you're saying no to a potential fortune. say no more (informal) used to say that you understand exactly what somebody means or is trying to say, so it is unnecessary to say anything more‘They went to Paris together.’ ‘Say no more!’ say your piece to say exactly what you feel or think say what? (North American English, informal) used to express surprise at what somebody has just said‘He's getting married.’ ‘Say what?’ say when used to ask somebody to tell you when you should stop pouring a drink or serving food for them because they have enough say/give the word to give an order; to make a requestJust say the word, and I'll go. suffice (it) to say (that)… used to suggest that although you could say more, what you do say will be enough to explain what you meanI won’t go into all the details. Suffice it to say that the whole event was a complete disaster. that is to say in other wordsthree days from now, that is to say on Friday see also i.e. that said | having said that used to introduce an opinion that makes what you have just said seem less strongTopics Opinion and argumentc1 that’s not saying much used to say that something is not very unusual or specialShe's a better player than me, but that's not saying much (= because I am a very bad player). there’s no saying used to say that it is impossible to predict what might happenThere's no saying how he'll react. there’s something, not much, etc. to be said for something/doing something there are/are not good reasons for doing something, believing something or agreeing with somethingTopics Opinion and argumentc2 to say the least without making something seem better, worse, more serious, etc. than it really isI was surprised, to say the least. to say nothing of something used to introduce a further fact or thing in addition to those already mentioned synonym not to mentionIt was too expensive, to say nothing of the time it wasted. well said! (informal) I agree completely‘We must stand up for ourselves.’ ‘Well said, John.’Topics Opinion and argumentc2 what do/would you say (to something/doing something) (informal) would you like something/to do something?What would you say to eating out tonight?Let's go away for a weekend. What do you say? whatever you say (informal) used to agree to somebody’s suggestion because you do not want to argueTopics Opinion and argumentc2, Suggestions and advicec2 what/whatever somebody says, goes (informal, often humorous) a particular person must be obeyedSarah wanted the kitchen painted green, and what she says, goes. when all is said and done when everything is consideredI know you're upset, but when all's said and done it isn't exactly a disaster. who can say (…)? used to say that nobody knows the answer to a questionWho can say what will happen next year? who says (…)? (informal) used to disagree with a statement or an opinionWho says I can't do it?Topics Opinion and argumentc2 who’s to say (…)? used to say that something might happen or might have happened in a particular way, because nobody really knowsWho's to say we would not have succeeded if we'd had more time? you can say that again (informal) I agree with you completely‘He's in a bad mood today.’ ‘You can say that again!’Topics Opinion and argumentc1 you can’t say fairer (than that) (British English, informal) used to say that you think the offer you are making is reasonable or generousLook, I'll give you £100 for it. You can't say fairer than that. you don’t say! (informal, often ironic) used to express surprise‘They left without us.’ ‘You don't say!’ (= I'm not surprised) you said it! (informal)(British English) used to agree with somebody when they say something about themselves that you would not have been rude enough to say yourself‘I know I'm not the world's greatest cook.’ ‘You said it!’Topics Opinion and argumentc2 (North American English) used to agree with somebody’s suggestionTopics Opinion and argumentc2, Suggestions and advicec2 See say in the Oxford Advanced American DictionarySee say in the Oxford Learner's Dictionary of Academic EnglishCheck pronunciation:
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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024said1 /sɛd/USA pronunciation
v.
pt. and pp. of say.
adj. [before a noun] Lawmentioned previously; aforementioned:The said witness claims she saw the defendant.
WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024said1
(sed),USA pronunciation v.
pt. and pp. of say.
adj. Law[Chiefly Law.]named or mentioned before; aforesaid; aforementioned:said witness; said sum.
sa•id2
(sä′id),USA pronunciation n. [Islam.]
Eastern Religionssayyid.
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said /sɛd/ adj (prenominal) (in contracts, pleadings, etc) named or mentioned previously; aforesaid vb the past tense and past participle of saysaid /ˈsɑːɪd/ n a variant of sayyid
WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024say1 /seɪ/USA pronunciation
v., said/sɛd/USA pronunciation say•ing, adv., n., interj. v. to utter or pronounce; speak:[~ + object]Don't say a word.
to express (something) in words; declare: [~ + (that) clause]I wrote and said (that) I wanted to see her again.[used with quotations]"I'll be there,'' he said.[~ + object]I've said my piece (= I've expressed my thoughts).
to state (something) as an opinion or judgment: [~ + (that) clause]I say (that) we should wait here.[no object]What should I do? I just can't say.
to recite or repeat:[~ + object]said his prayers and went to bed.
to express (a message, etc.), as through words, etc.:[~ + object]What does this painting say to you?
to indicate or show:[~ + object]What does your watch say? The clock says ten-thirty.
(used as a command, or as a polite command after let's) suppose; assume; imagine:[~ + (that) clause]Say (that) you saw her on the street; what would you do then? Let's say (that) I had gambled all our money away.
adv. approximately; about:It's, say, 14 feet across.
for example:Suppose we asked a student, say, Janette here, for her opinion.
n. [uncountable] what a person says or wishes to say; one's turn to say something:She has already had her say.
the right or chance to state an opinion or exercise influence:to have one's say in a decision.
interj. (used to express surprise or to get someone's attention):Say! That's great; you made it!
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Idioms go without saying, [it/that + ~ (+ (that) clause)] to be self-evident:It goes without saying (that) you must write a thank-you note for a gift.
Idioms that is to say, [no object] in other words; meaning (that):The judge threw the book at him; that is to say, gave him the maximum sentence.
The verbs say and tell are sometimes confused. The verb say does not take a person as its direct object, only a word or clause:He said a few words and sat down.If a person is mentioned after say, the word to must be used before it:He said to her that he was ready.The verb tell may take a person as an object:He told her he was ready.
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(sā),USA pronunciation v., said, say•ing, adv., n., interj. v.t. to utter or pronounce; speak:What did you say? I said "Hello!''
to express in words; state; declare; word:Say it clearly and simply. It's hard to know how to say this tactfully.
to state as an opinion or judgment:I say her plan is the better one.
to be certain, precise, or assured about; determine:It is hard to say what is wrong.
to recite or repeat:to say one's prayers.
to report or allege; maintain:People say he will resign.
to express (a message, viewpoint, etc.), as through a literary or other artistic medium:a writer with something to say.
to indicate or show:What does your watch say?
to assume as a hypothesis or estimate:Let's say, for the sake of argument, that it's true.
v.i. to speak; declare; express an opinion.
Idioms that is to say, that is what is meant; in other words:I believe his account of the story, that is to say, I have no reason to doubt it.
adv. approximately; about:It's, say, 14 feet long.
for example:If you serve, say tuna fish and potato chips, it will cost much less.
n. what a person says or has to say.
the right or opportunity to speak, decide, or exercise influence:to have one's say in choosing the candidate.
a turn to say something:It is now my say.
interj. (used to express surprise, get attention, etc.)
bef. 900; Middle English seyen, seggen, Old English secgan; cognate with Dutch zeggen, German sagen, Old Norse segja; akin to saw3
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(sā),USA pronunciation v.t., n. [Brit. Dial.]
British Termsassay.
Middle English sayen, aphetic variant of assayen to assay 1350–1400
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(sā),USA pronunciation n.
Textilesa thin silk or woolen fabric similar to serge, much used in the 16th century.
Gaulish Latin saga, plural of sagum woolen cloak, said to be Old French saie Middle English 1250–1300
Say
(sā),USA pronunciation n.
Jean Bap•tiste
(zhän ba tēst′),USA pronunciation 1767–1832, French economist. Cf. Say's law.
Biographical Thomas, 1787–1834, U.S. entomologist.
WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024say•yid
(sä′yid, sā′id),USA pronunciation n.
Eastern Religions(in Islamic countries) a supposed descendant of Muhammad through his grandson Hussein, the second son of his daughter Fatima.
Eastern Religionsa title of respect, esp. for royal personages.Also, said, say′ed, say′id.
Arabic: lord 1780–90
Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers::
say /seɪ/ vb (says /sɛz/, saying, said)(mainly tr) to speak, pronounce, or utter(also intr) to express (an idea) in words; tell(also intr; may take a clause as object) to state (an opinion, fact, etc) positively; declare; affirm to recite: to say grace(may take a clause as object) to report or allege: they say we shall have rain today(may take a clause as object) to take as an assumption; suppose: let us say that he is lying(may take a clause as object) to convey by means of artistic expression to make a case forgo without saying ⇒ to be so obvious as to need no explanationI say! ⇒ chiefly Brit informal an exclamation of surprisenot to say ⇒ even; and indeedthat is to say ⇒ in other words; more explicitlyto say the least ⇒ without the slightest exaggeration; at the very least adv approximately: there were, say, 20 people present for example: choose a number, say, four n the right or chance to speak: let him have his say authority, esp to influence a decision: he has a lot of say in the company's policy a statement of opinion: you've had your say, now let me have mine interj US Canadian informal an exclamation to attract attention or express surprise, etcEtymology: Old English secgan; related to Old Norse segja, Old Saxon seggian, Old High German sagēnˈsayer n
Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers::
sayyid, sayid /ˈsaɪɪd/said n a Muslim claiming descent from Mohammed's grandson Husain a Muslim honorary titleEtymology: 17th Century: from Arabic: lord
'said' also found in these entries (note: many are not synonyms or translations):
Abominable Snowman
- Ajax
- Amazon
- Aouita
- Ararat
- Ashes
- Atlantis
- Baruch
- Basenji
- Blarney stone
- Damocles
- Enoch
- Erechtheus
- Hippocrene
- aboudikro
- above
- accredit
- ack-ack
- adamant
- aforesaid
- again
- agitator
- agnostic
- all
- allspice
- ambrosia
- ancile
- and
- antiar
- approve
- après moi le déluge
- archiphoneme
- as
- asphodel
- asterisk
- atlas
- atoll
- authoritative
- avodire
- bakeapple
- balance of trade
- balteus
- ban
- bantam
- banyan
- barbasco
- barchan
- basilisk
- batiste
- bayou
In Lists: Top 2000 English words, more...Synonyms: given, stated, mentioned, indicated, aforesaid, more...Collocations: will meet at the said [location, time, address], (the) said [company, person, event, witness], as [mentioned, referred to] in the said agreement, more...
Forum discussions with the word(s) "said" in the title:" I’ll help you find them,” Amy said and followed .... [comma or period/stop ]
" Is that Terebyeva the one you said had made a third free marriage? "
< The novel is said to be / It is said that the novel is made> into a movie.
" Would you like a cup of coffee" I said to Jim. "No, thanks. I must go now." he said.
_____ what she said, I still cannot agree with her. (Admitted/Admitting/It admitting)
- I _______ the book but when I heard what the critics said I changed my mind.
, even if it is easier said than done.
. . . the person or thing to whom, from whom, for whom something is said, done, given, revealed, or happens.
... he would apologize for what he (had) said
... or so he said
... said A does, says A does, OR said A did?
....said Mr. Chow laughing
...but that too much had been said already.
...he is important - and (is) said to be one of...
...said another driver told him he had seen a car drove off.
...she said, taking a sip/gulp of her tea
...whatever else is to be said of...
..and there was [more and more] being said about how my relationship with the media was tense.
''Thank you. Please come again.'' - often said to customers
'() Real enough,' she said, 'though I handled most of his training.'
'all that you said is true'
'Baubles,' said Harry
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'Gerad,' She said, 'is down seeing to harbor fortifications'
'I thought you said...' changed to 'I think you said...'
'It is said by...' or 'It was said by...'
'Like his impudence,' said Peggotty
'Luce?' he said, the excitement gone from his voice.
'said of'
'That', he said, 'is stupid.' [Punctuation for direct speech.]
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