Said

/sɛd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
Past tense of 'say'; to have expressed in words.
She said she would join us for dinner.
To convey information or beliefs.
He said that it was going to rain today.
To state or declare something officially.
The report said that the project was on schedule.
adjective
Referred to previously; aforementioned.
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

said it
When she said it, I couldn't believe my ears.
so said
He’s the boss, and so said his word is final.