say-so
Pronunciation
/ˈseɪˌsoʊ/
British pronunciation
/ˈseɪˌsəʊ/

Definizione e significato di "say-so"in inglese

01

permesso

the power one has to influence decisions and actions
example
Esempi
She had the final say-so in approving the budget for the project.
Lei aveva l'ultima parola nell'approvazione del budget del progetto.
Without his boss 's say-so, he could n't proceed with the changes to the plan.
Senza il via libera del suo capo, non poteva procedere con le modifiche al piano.
02

an authoritative statement or declaration

example
Esempi
The new policy was issued under the mayor 's say-so.
He acted on the say-so of the safety inspector.
03

an arbitrary assertion or opinion, often personal or unofficial

example
Esempi
He made that decision purely on his own say-so.
The rule was enforced at the say-so of a single employee.
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