Peer-Reviewed Journal

Definition

A scholarly publication where articles are vetted by anonymous experts before acceptance, ensuring quality control and that your terrible ideas are caught before permanent publication.

Example Usage

The study was published in a peer-reviewed journal, which means actual experts deemed it legitimate enough to appear in print.

Origin

Formalized scientific communication method in 17th century with scientific societies

Fun Fact

Getting published in a top-tier peer-reviewed journal is harder than getting into Harvard, and arguably less useful

Source: Academic publishing terminology

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