definition of
say-so

[1] #1 say-so n. one chap's arbitrary assertion. wn

[2] #2 say-so n. [pronouncement, dictum] an authoritative declaration. wn

[3] #3 say-so n. [authority, authorization, authorisation, potency, dominance] the power or right to give orders or make decisions; "he has the authority to issue warrants"; "deputies are given authorization to make arrests"; "a place of potency in the state". wn