mag
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈmæɡ// mag
n. a magazine. People use this short word when they are talking casually about a publication they like to read.
n. a periodical publication containing articles and illustrations, typically covering a particular subject or area of interest. Informal in register; common in colloquial speech and publishing industry jargon.
I bought a fashion mag at the airport.
She spent the whole afternoon flipping through a glossy travel mag to find inspiration for her next vacation.
While digital subscriptions are rising, many collectors still prefer the tactile experience of a physical mag, citing the paper quality and layout as essential to the reading experience.
Usage
Informal shortening of 'magazine'; pluralizes regularly as 'mags'.