Phrase guide

mag book

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A container used to store and carry ammunition clips.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: engineering, government, military, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, politics, tools, war, weaponry

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: magazine folder, magazine book

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: magazine holder, magazine pack

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noun

Meaning 2

A book in the format of a magazine.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: bookazine, mook

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From the shape and opening method of the container, similar to a codex (colloquially referred to as books), and being used to store and carry "mags".

Blend of magazine + book.

Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Japanese: mook (mook) — magazine book
  • Japanese: ムック — magazine book
  • Polish: mook — magazine book