noun
a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea
preposition
a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence
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The Latin phrase 'sic' is often used in academic writing to indicate that a quoted passage is reproduced verbatim, errors and all.
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I saw a sign that said 'Open 24/7 sic on Sundays' - I think they meant 'except on Sundays.'
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He wrote 'I'm sic on this new song' to show his excitement and enthusiasm for the music.
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The artist's use of bold colors and abstract shapes in the painting was 'sic on' traditional art styles.