Word
uttering
Phoneticsut·ter·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈətɝɪŋ/
UK/ˈʌtəɹɪŋ/
Definition
v. making a sound or saying something out loud. In legal situations, it can also mean trying to use a fake document or fake money as if it were real.
v. the present participle of 'utter', referring to the act of vocalising a sound or word. In a legal context, it specifically refers to the crime of knowingly passing or using a forged document or counterfeit currency with the intent to defraud.
Examples
“She left the room without uttering a single word.”
“The defendant was charged with uttering a forged check at the local grocery store.”
“The witness remained silent, seemingly incapable of uttering the testimony that would inevitably incriminate his closest associate.”
Examples
simple
“She left the room without uttering a single word.”
contextual
“The defendant was charged with uttering a forged check at the local grocery store.”
complex
“The witness remained silent, seemingly incapable of uttering the testimony that would inevitably incriminate his closest associate.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “uttering” in context.
Noun
01. utter cry
“He uttered a sharp cry of pain when he tripped.”
verb + noun
02. utter prayer
“She silently uttered a prayer for her family's safety.”
verb + noun
03. utter sound
“The injured animal was too weak to utter a sound.”
verb + noun
04. utter threat
“The suspect was accused of uttering threats against the witness.”
verb + noun
05. utter word
“She left the room without uttering a single word.”
verb + noun
06. utter a groan of frustration
“The teacher uttered a groan of frustration at the messy classroom.”
07. utter a word of warning
“He failed to utter a word of warning before the accident occurred.”
08. without uttering a sound
“The thief moved through the house without uttering a sound.”
Usage
When used in a legal sense, it is often paired with 'forgery' as in 'forgery and uttering'.
Real-World Examples
“We develop these abilities by repeatedly finding a word, uttering it, listening to it, and correcting it as necessary – tasks that draw on multiple regions within our bodies.” “Across cultures and continents, people experiencing their final moments have uttered shockingly similar phrases, such as “It’s nice to meet you,” while reaching out to unseen people.” “The terms "AI" or "artificial intelligence" have been uttered 827 times on 76 calls out of a total of 221 calls held in recent weeks, according to a Reuters analysis of transcripts.” “A new study of a fossilized ankylosaur suggests it could have uttered birdlike calls.” Etymology
Derived from the Middle English word 'uttre', meaning to put out or make known. It shares roots with the word 'out', originally referring to the act of bringing something from the inside to the outside, whether a sound from the throat or goods into a market.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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