Definition & Meaning of "Word has it"

word has it (that)

/wˈɜːd ɹˈuːmə hɐz ɪt ðat/

/wˈɜːd ɹˈuːmɚ hɐz ɪt ðæt/

used to introduce a piece of information that is based on rumors or hearsay, rather than direct knowledge or evidence

Example

While confirmed details are scarce, word has it that the company's next video game console will be the most powerful commercial machine ever built.

rumor has it you're looking for a new job.

While confirmed details are scarce, word has it that the company's next video game console will be the most powerful commercial machine ever built.

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