Magazine Cover Terminology.

There are particular features that should be displayed within the front cover of any magazine. These can incluse:
Title /banner/masthead- this is a name given to a piece of work and would conventionally appear at the top of the cover.
Sell line- a short, sharp description of the title's main marketing point.
Splash- this is an insert, displayed on the front cover, that contrasts from the orignal image in turn to stand out.
Menu bar-designed to list things that can be found in the magazine.
Boost- is the biggest sell line placed on the front cover, intentionally planned to increase sales on the magazine.
WOB-  meaning white on black, which gives/ creates contrast on the front cover.
Puff/ Dog End/ Ear Piece- this is a pretend fold on the page, mainly placed in the corner.
Coverlines- a one line description used to entice the reader into buying the magazine.
All of these features are mainly displayed on the front cover of the magazine.