Meaning of the word mag in English

What does mag mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mag

US /mæɡ/
UK /mæɡ/

Noun

1.

a magazine (informal)

Example:
I bought a fashion mag at the airport.
Have you seen the latest issue of that car mag?
2.

a detachable box or drum that holds cartridges for a repeating firearm (informal)

Example:
He loaded a fresh mag into the rifle.
The soldier quickly swapped out an empty mag for a full one.