mic

¹ American

[mahyk] / maɪk /

noun

Informal.

microphone.

idioms

drop the mic,
1. to intentionally drop one’s microphone at the end of a speech or performance, displaying a bold confidence that it has been very impressive or cannot be topped.
2. to say or do something with such a bold confidence.
  
  He clearly dropped the mic on his critics, effectively cutting off further discussion.

Mic. ² American

abbreviation

Bible.

Micah.

Mic. ¹ British

abbreviation

Micah

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mic ² British

/ maɪk /

noun

informal short for microphone

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Etymology

Origin of mic

First recorded in 1960–65; by shortening

Example Sentences

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“We didn’t have a background in psychology or social work, we just had each other and a mic,” Greenberg recalls.

From Los Angeles Times

In addition to “Comedy & ‘Therapy,’ ” the coffee shop also hosts open mic nights, art walks and networking panels, among other events.

From Los Angeles Times

John Davidson was not on mic or on stage at the time.

From BBC

During his first year with the team, instead of being himself, he catered to what he felt the fans deserved from the person holding down the mic.

From Los Angeles Times

Protest is a crucial slice of life in the young democracy, and it knows how to turn it into a party - packed with songs, chants, dancing and open mic sessions.

From BBC

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