Licem

licem is a term that can refer to several different concepts, primarily in Slavic languages, but its specific meaning is heavily dependent on context. In Croatian, Serbian, and Bosnian, "licem" is the instrumental case of the word "lice," which means "face." Therefore, when used in these languages, it translates to "with the face," "by the face," or "facially." For example, one might say something is "pokriveno licem" (covered with a face) or "gledati licem u lice" (to look face to face).

Beyond this literal grammatical usage, "licem" can also appear in idiomatic expressions. For instance, "lice u lice" is a common idiom for a direct confrontation or meeting. The specific nuance of "licem" in these contexts often implies a directness or an immediate, personal engagement.

In some technical or specialized fields, particularly those involving translation or linguistic analysis, "licem" might be encountered as a linguistic unit or a data point within a corpus. However, without further context, it is difficult to assign a singular, non-linguistic definition to "licem." Its primary function remains tied to the grammatical structure and idiomatic expressions of South Slavic languages.