What is the meaning of the word 'adage'

adage - wise saying; proverb


Some sentence examples which use the word 'adage'

  • In this case the old adage that "two of a trade never agree" is clearly contradicted.
  • There must always be two parties to a quarrel, says the old adage.
  • Adages express general truth.
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