The term PER, SAY can be broken down into two separate words. The first word, PER, is an abbreviation for the Latin phrase 'PER se, ' which means 'by itself.' The second word, SAY, is a verb meaning to express or state something. Together, the two words form a phrase that suggests that something should be considered on its own merits, without any external influences. This phrase is often used in legal contexts to refer to a person's right to make decisions based on their own judgement.