ˈmægəˌziːn 
ˌmægəˈziːn
plural magazines
1
: a type of thin book with a paper cover that contains stories, essays, pictures, etc., and that is usually published every week or month
a literary/fashion magazine
a magazine rack
She subscribes to several gardening magazines.
2
: a radio or television program that discusses different topics
3
: a part of a gun that holds bullets
4
: a building or room where military supplies are stored
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“Magazine.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/magazine. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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