comic
When used as an adjective, "comic" describes something that is funny. It is often used for artistic works like plays or novels (e.g., "a comic opera"). When used as a noun to describe a person, it is shorthand for "comedian." This is common in the entertainment industry. When referring to books with pictures, "comic" is often short for "comic book." In this sense, it can be used as both a countable noun ("I read a comic") and an adjective ("a comic strip").
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon in the office breakroom, David is trying to bond with Brian.
David Smith
Hey, you still into that vintage comic stuff? I found a rare one.
Brian
Cut it out. I'm swamped with tickets and can't deal right now.
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David is attempting to be the 'cool guy' by bringing up Brian's hobby, while Brian uses the phrasal verb 'cut it out' (meaning stop doing that) and the slang 'swamped' (overwhelmed with work) to shut down the conversation.