magazine
magazine
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling for "magazine" is /ˌmæɡ.əˈziːn/.
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/ˈziːn/
Word Form Variations
Noun: magazine (singular), magazines (plural)
Adjective: magazine (used attributively, e.g., "magazine article," "magazine rack") - no comparative/superlative forms.
Verb: (No direct verb form in common use for the publication sense. "Magazining" can exist in a very informal, niche context, meaning to put something in a magazine-like format or to read magazines).
Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms
Noun
Definition 1: A periodical publication containing articles, photographs, and advertisements, typically bound with a paper cover. It usually focuses on a particular subject or interest.
Synonyms: periodical, journal, review, digest, zine (informal)
Antonyms: book, newspaper (as distinct print media), brochure, leaflet
Definition 2: A chamber in a firearm containing cartridges or a spring-driven device for feeding cartridges into the breech.
Synonyms: clip, cartridge holder, ammunition chamber
Antonyms: (No direct antonym, as it's a specific component)
Definition 3: A storehouse for arms, ammunition, or provisions; a military depot.
Synonyms: arsenal, depot, armory, warehouse, storehouse, powder magazine
Antonyms: (No direct antonym, as it refers to a specific type of storage facility)
Definition 4: (Obsolete/Rare) A richly furnished store, or a collection of miscellaneous articles.
Synonyms: repository, collection, miscellany, treasury
Antonyms: (No direct antonyms for this archaic sense)
Examples of Use
Books:
"She kept a neatly stacked pile of fashion magazines on her bedside table, drawing inspiration for her designs." (Fictional example from a novel about a designer)
"The author meticulously researched old scientific magazines to understand the prevailing theories of the time." (From a non-fiction book on scientific history)
"He quickly ejected the empty magazine from his rifle and slapped in a fresh one, ready for the next round." (Fictional example from a military thriller or action novel)
Newspapers:
"Leading travel magazines have ranked the Maasai Mara as one of the top safari destinations in the world." ("The Standard,")
"The suspect was found with an unregistered firearm and an extended ammunition magazine." ("Daily Nation,")
"Advertising revenue for print magazines continued its decline, shifting rapidly to digital platforms." ("Business Daily Africa,")
Online Publications:
"Subscribe to our digital magazine for exclusive content and in-depth interviews with industry leaders." (A call to action on a publisher's website, e.g., "Forbes.com,")
"This comprehensive guide explains how to properly load a pistol magazine for safe firearm handling." (An article on a shooting sports website, e.g., "Guns & Ammo Online,")
"A new photo essay in National Geographic Magazine explores the impact of climate change on coastal communities." (A news update on "National Geographic Online,")
Various Entertainment Mediums and Platforms:
Film: "I want pictures! Pictures of Spider-Man! For the Daily Bugle! It's a journalistic endeavor, not a goddamn glamour magazine!" (J. Jonah Jameson in Spider-Man, 2002)
Television Series: "Our contestant must style an entire outfit inspired by a classic Hollywood magazine cover from the 1950s." (Instructions on a fashion reality show, e.g., Project Runway)
Song Lyrics: "And the headlines and the deadlines, and the front page of the magazine." (From a song about fame or media obsession)
Video Games: "You're low on ammo! Find a full magazine to reload your weapon." (In-game notification or objective in a first-person shooter, e.g., Call of Duty)
Podcasts: "This episode features a deep dive into the history of counterculture magazines of the 1960s." (A podcast on social history or media, e.g., "You Must Remember This")
General Public Discourse:
"Have you read the latest issue of that cooking magazine? It has a great recipe." (A casual question about reading material)
"My dad used to keep his old hunting rifles in the magazine at the back of the house." (Referring to a military-style storehouse, or a part of the house used for storage)
"I picked up a free travel magazine at the airport before my flight." (A common action before traveling)
"He quickly clicked the magazine into place, ready for action." (Describing an action related to a firearm)
"I saw that article in a reputable magazine, so it must be true." (Citing a source of information)
10 Famous Quotes Using Magazine
"Being in a magazine is great. It's one of the few times a guy can really feel special." – Will Ferrell
"I'd rather go naked than wear fur." – PETA campaign, featured in Playboy Magazine with Pamela Anderson
"I don't read magazines much, and I don't talk to people much, and I’m not in the loop at all." – Henry Rollins
"I was the first male in Vogue doing makeup. I didn't even know it was a fashion magazine." – Kevyn Aucoin
"Every magazine is eager to break the news first – even if it means breaking it wrong." – James Poniewozik
"Advertising is the rattling of a stick inside a swill bucket." – George Orwell (often quoted in media criticism of magazine ad culture)
"When I write for The New Yorker, I'm writing fiction; when I write for Esquire or Time magazine, I'm writing nonfiction." – Truman Capote
"You can never be overdressed or overeducated." – Oscar Wilde (often quoted in fashion magazines to emphasize luxury and intellect)
"A lot of people think I must be really cool because I'm in a fashion magazine. But the truth is, I'm not." – Tyra Banks
"My life has been full of terrible misfortunes, most of which never happened." – Mark Twain (used on covers of Time, Forbes, and The Atlantic magazines to highlight irony or anxiety)
Etymology
The word "magazine" has a fascinating journey through different languages and meanings!
It ultimately comes from the Arabic word makhzan (مخزن), which meant "storehouse" or "depot," especially for military supplies or goods. The plural form in Arabic is makhāzin.
This Arabic word was adopted into Italian as magazzino and then into Middle French as magasin, carrying the same meaning of "warehouse" or "storehouse."
When "magazine" first appeared in English in the late 16th century (around 1580s), it retained this primary meaning: "a place for storing goods, especially military ammunition." Think of a gunpowder magazine.
The leap to meaning a "periodical publication" happened much later, in the early 18th century (specifically in 1731). Edward Cave, the editor of The Gentleman's Magazine, is credited with being the first to use the term for a publication. He used "magazine" in the sense of a "storehouse of information" – a collection of various articles, stories, and ideas, just like a physical storehouse holds a variety of goods. This metaphorical use caught on, and that's how we get the meaning of "magazine" as a periodical today.
Phrases + Idioms Containing Magazine
Fashion magazine: A periodical primarily dedicated to clothing styles and trends.
News magazine: A periodical focusing on current events and analysis.
Glossy magazine: A high-quality, often expensive, magazine with shiny pages and many photographs.
Powder magazine: A storehouse for gunpowder or other explosives.
Clip and magazine: Referring to parts of a firearm that hold ammunition, sometimes used interchangeably but technically distinct.
To put something in a magazine: To publish an article or story in a periodical.
To browse through a magazine: To look through the pages of a magazine casually.
To leaf through a magazine: Similar to browse, to turn pages without deep reading.
Firing a full magazine: (Figurative) Using all available resources or arguments in a rapid and exhaustive manner. (Original phrase, building on the firearm sense)
A repository of ideas: (Synonym for the metaphorical sense of a magazine) A place where many ideas are collected.
Digital magazine: An electronic version of a periodical, accessed on devices.
To hit the magazine racks: To go to a store to see what new magazines are available.
The front cover of a magazine: The most prominent and often prestigious page of a periodical.
A historical magazine: A periodical dedicated to historical topics.
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Source Information
Definition of magazine from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
