English dictionary
say
/s/eI/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
imperative
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Saw.
Source: webster1913
noun
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the chance to speak
ExamplesLet him have his say.
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Trial by sample; assay; sample; specimen; smack.
Source: webster1913
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A kind of silk or satin.
Source: webster1913
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A speech; something said; an expression of opinion; a current story; a maxim or proverb.
Source: webster1913
verb
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express in words
Source: WordNet 3.0
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report or maintain
ExamplesThe registrar says that I owe the school money.
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express a supposition
ExamplesLet us say that he did not tell the truth.
Let's say you had a lot of money--what would you do?
Synonyms supposeSource: WordNet 3.0
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have or contain a certain wording or form
ExamplesWhat does the law say?
Synonyms readSource: WordNet 3.0
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give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
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speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way
ExamplesI cannot say `zip wire'.
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communicate or express nonverbally
ExamplesWhat does this painting say?
Did his face say anything about how he felt?
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utter aloud
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state as one's opinion or judgement; declare
ExamplesI say let's forget this whole business.
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recite or repeat a fixed text
ExamplesSay grace.
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indicate
ExamplesThe clock says noon.
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To try; to assay.
Source: webster1913
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To utter or express in words; to tell; to speak; to declare; as, he <i>said</i> many wise things.
Source: webster1913
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To speak; to express an opinion; to make answer; to reply.
Source: webster1913