Definition

A type of magazine that focuses on reporting and analyzing current events, often published weekly.

Example

I enjoy reading the newsmagazine to stay updated on world affairs.

Conversation

Have you read the latest issue of that newsmagazine we talked about?

Not yet! What’s the main story this week?

It's all about the upcoming elections and the different candidates.

That sounds interesting! I should definitely check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Newsmagazine** → It is formed from "news" (from Old English *news*, meaning new information) and "magazine" (from Arabic *makhazin*, meaning storehouses, via French *magasin*, meaning a store or warehouse). The word "newsmagazine" refers to a publication that stores and presents new information.

Memory Tip

Think of 'new information' ('news') being stored in a 'warehouse' ('magazine') — that's why a newsmagazine is a place where you find the latest news.

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