a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
"pardon the expression"
A proverb or maxim.
"She kept reminding me of her grandmother's saying about how patience is truly a virtue."
In plain English: A saying is a short, well-known phrase that people often repeat because it shares a common truth or piece of advice.
"She was known for her cheerful saying that life is better with laughter."
present participle of say
"The saying was still echoing through the hallway even after everyone had stopped talking."
In plain English: To say something means to speak it out loud so others can hear it.
"He was saying goodnight to his family before he left for work."
This word is formed by adding the suffix "-ing" to the verb "say." It functions as the standard present participle and gerund form of that common verb.