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mag Synonyms
Another word for mag
Choosing another word for mag depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
An informal shortening of magazine, referring to a periodical publication containing articles and illustrations.
Usage Example
"She picked up a few fashion mags at the newsstand to read on the train."
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magazine
Strong
periodical
glossy
zine
• noun (Context 2)
An informal shortening of magazine, referring to a detachable receptacle for holding cartridges to be fed into the chamber of a firearm.
Usage Example
"The competitive shooter practiced reloading an empty magazine at the firing range."
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magazine
• noun (Context 3)
A lightweight wheel for a motor vehicle made from a magnesium or aluminum alloy.
Usage Example
"He outfitted his classic muscle car with a set of polished chrome mags."
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mag wheel
alloy wheel
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mag. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mag