Sayers

/ˈseɪərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of sayer; people who say or express things, or those who make speeches or statements.

Etymology

From 'sayer,' which comes from the verb 'say' (Old English 'secgan'). The suffix '-er' creates an agent noun meaning 'one who says,' and '-s' makes it plural, a straightforward English word formation pattern.

Kelly Says

Dorothy L. Sayers, one of history's greatest mystery writers, gave us the brilliant detective Lord Peter Wimsey—and her name being 'Sayers' was perfectly fitting because she created characters who are endlessly clever at saying witty things!

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