adage

                                1. adage
                                   A saying that sets forth a general truth and that has
                                   gained credit through long use. See Synonyms at
                                   saying....
                                2. adage
                                   A saying that sets forth a general truth and that has
                                   gained credit through long use. See Synonyms at
                                   saying....

3. sententia
An adage or aphorism....

                                4. saying
                                   Something, such as an adage or a maxim, that is
                                   said....

                                5. aphorism
                                   A tersely phrased statement of a truth or opinion; an
                                   adage. See Synonyms at saying. A brief statement of
                                   a principle....

                                 6. whelp
                                   A young offspring of a mammal, such as a dog or
                                   wolf. A child; a youth. An impudent young fellow. See
                                   Usage Note at adage. A tooth of a sprocket...

7. geezer
An eccentric old man. See Usage Note at adage....

                                 8.   news
                                   Information about recent events or happenings,
                                   especially as reported by newspapers, periodicals,
                                   radio, or television. A presentation of such...

                                9.   close
                                   Being near in space or time. Being near in
                                   relationship: close relatives. Bound by mutual
                                   interests, loyalties, or affections; intimate: close...