magazine
1 of 1nouna colorful thin book that has news, pictures, and stories about different things like fashion, sports, and animals, usually issued weekly or monthly
A1Learn more on WikipediaA magazine is a regularly published publication that contains a collection of articles, features, photographs, and advertisements on various topics. Magazines are typically released weekly, monthly, or quarterly and are designed to be read over a short period. They often focus on specific subjects, such as fashion, technology, news, entertainment, sports, or hobbies, and are available in both print and digital formats. Magazines aim to provide timely and engaging content to keep readers informed and entertained.
- I often read parenting magazines to get advice on raising my children.
- I subscribe to a science magazine that keeps me updated on scientific discoveries.
- My mom subscribes to a cooking magazine, and we often try new recipes from it.
- The magazine features interviews with musicians and reviews of new albums.
- The library has a wide selection of magazines on different subjects.
the part of a gun containing its bullets
C1- He loaded the magazine with ammunition before heading to the shooting range.
- The soldier checked the magazine of his rifle to ensure it was fully loaded for combat.
- Before the competition, the marksman carefully inspected his pistol's magazine for any defects.
- Law enforcement officers undergo regular training on how to quickly reload their firearm's magazine during active shooter situations.
- The hunter carried spare magazines in his backpack for his rifle during the hunting trip.
a printed copy or physical form of a periodical
- He picked up a magazine from the newsstand.
- The magazine was stacked on the coffee table.
- She carried the magazine in her bag.
- The library keeps old magazines in the archive.
- A magazine lay beside the waiting room chairs.
a company or firm that produces and distributes magazines
- The magazine released a statement about editorial changes.
- Several magazines merged to form a larger publishing group.
- She works for a magazine that specializes in lifestyle content.
- The magazine invested in digital platforms to reach more readers.
- Advertising revenue is critical for most magazines.
a light-tight compartment in a camera or projector that holds film and supplies it for exposure
- The photographer loaded a new magazine into the camera.
- The film magazine was carefully rewound after the shoot.
- The projector's magazine must be light-proof to avoid exposure.
- The magazine contained enough film for several hours of shooting.
- Technicians inspected the magazine before the screening.
a storage compartment or building for ammunition, explosives, or weapons
A magazine refers to a secure space designed to store firearms, ammunition, and explosives safely. These areas are typically built to prevent accidental detonation or fires, and they may be found in military bases, armories, or other facilities that handle weapons. Magazines are often reinforced with materials that can withstand explosions, and they are usually kept under strict security to prevent unauthorized access.
- The warship's magazine holds torpedoes and shells.
- Safety protocols govern access to the ammunition magazine.
- The magazine was reinforced to withstand accidental explosions.
- Soldiers retrieved rounds from the magazine.
- The fortress had an underground magazine for munitions.