Meaning & Definition of word "Said"
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Said
/sɛd/
verb:
- 1. Past tense of 'say'; to have expressed in words.
- Example: She said she would join us for dinner.
- 2. To convey information or beliefs.
- Example: He said that it was going to rain today.
- 3. To state or declare something officially.
- Example: The report said that the project was on schedule.
adjective:
- 1. Referred to previously; aforementioned.
- Example: As mentioned in the said document, we need to make changes.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'sǣdan'; akin to Old High German 'sāgan'
Common Phrases and Expressions
that said:
used to introduce a statement that contrasts with what was just said.
as said before:
referring back to a previous statement or declaration.
spoken said:
to emphasize that the spoken word is to be taken seriously.
Related Words
say:
to utter words so as to convey information, an opinion, or a belief.
saying:
a phrase or expression that conveys a commonly held truth.
sayer:
one who speaks or declares.
Slang Meanings of said
Meaning: said it
Example Sentence: When she said it, I couldn't believe my ears.
Meaning: so said
Example Sentence: He’s the boss, and so said his word is final.