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saying grace

saying grace is the present participle and gerund of say grace.

Meaning of say grace

Verb

say grace (third-person singular simple present says grace, present participle saying grace, simple past and past participle said grace)

  1. (idiomatic) To recite a prayer of invocation or thanksgiving at meal time.
    Synonyms:
    give thanks, say a blessing

Questions about saying grace

What is saying grace the present participle and gerund of?
Saying grace is the present participle and gerund of say grace.

Words near saying grace in the dictionary

  1. saying aah
  2. saying bo to a goose
  3. saying boo
  4. saying cheese
  5. saying goodbye
  6. saying grace
  7. saying it all
  8. saying one's piece
  9. saying one's prayers
  10. saying someone's prayers
  11. saying the quiet part loud

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