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Definition of mage

mage

/meɪdʒ/
mage
Plural:mages
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• noun

1

A magician, wizard, or learned person skilled in the arcane arts, especially as depicted in fantasy literature and role-playing games.

Example

"In the novel, the young apprentice studied ancient scrolls for years before becoming a master mage."

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magdalena
magdalene
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magenta
maggie
maggot

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French 'mage', from Latin 'magus' (magician, learned man), which came via Ancient Greek from Old Persian 'magush' (member of a priestly caste). Initially archaic, the term was revived in the late 20th century by fantasy literature and role-playing games.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mage. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mage
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