Definition
To indicate that it is time to perform an action; to give permission.
In Context
- ""I wish—When shall we have courage to marry, Jude?" "Whenever you have it, I think I shall. It remains with you entirely, dear. Only say the word, and it's done.""
- ""A primitive fellow. I'll kick him out if you say the word, my dear.""
- ""[I]f there's anything I can do to help you make the grade, just say the word.""
- ""What do you want? You want the moon? Just say the word, and I’ll throw a lasso around it and pull it down.""