saying
nounSomething, such as an adage or maxim, that is said.
nounThat which is said; an expression; a statement; a declaration.
nounA proverbial expression; a maxim; an adage.
nounSynonyms Axiom, Maxim, etc. See
That which is said; a declaration; a statement, especially a proverbial one; an aphorism; a proverb.
verbPresent participle of
A
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations