Magazine

Definition

Magazine is a noun. It refers to a periodical publication containing articles, stories, photographs, and advertisements, often on a specific subject or theme. Additionally, in a military context, it refers to a chamber or compartment for holding ammunition.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌmæɡəˈziːn/
• Respelling: MAG-uh-ZEEN

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈmæɡəziːn/
• Respelling: MAG-uh-ZEEN

Etymology

The word "magazine" originates from the Arabic "makhāzin," meaning "storehouses," through Italian "magazzino" and French "magasin." It was first used in English in the 16th century to describe a storage space and later came to mean a collection of content in printed form.

Derivatives

• Magazinist (noun)
• Magazineless (adjective)
• Magazine-like (adjective)
• Magazine editor (noun)
• Magazinery (noun, rare)

Synonyms

• Periodical
• Journal
• Publication

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "magazine" is commonly used to refer to printed or digital publications and, in specific contexts, to ammunition storage. For example, "She subscribed to a monthly fashion magazine" and "The soldier reloaded his rifle's magazine."

Related Terms

• Periodical: A publication issued at regular intervals.
• Bulletin: A brief public notice or printed publication.
• Archive: A collection of documents or publications.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A periodical publication: Refers to a printed or digital collection of articles, stories, and advertisements.
  • Example: "She read a health magazine every week."
• A storage compartment for ammunition: Refers to a container or chamber used in firearms or artillery.
  • Example: "The gun's magazine was loaded with bullets."
• A place for storing goods: An older use of the term referring to a warehouse or storage facility.
  • Example: "The magazine stored supplies for the fleet."