xfic
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
A fanfic based on The X-Files television series.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I have just completed an Xfic, and would like to post it to get some feedback. The story is in 9 parts, with some parts up to 2000 words. Is 2000 words acceptible^([sic]) for a posting length, or should I break the longer parts into smaller lengths for posting?
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Such fan fiction collectively.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “xfic” mean?
A fanfic based on The X-Files television series.
Is “xfic” formal or informal?
xfic is generally slang.