peer review

noun

Definitions

  1. The scholarly process whereby manuscripts intended to be published in an academic journal…

    The scholarly process whereby manuscripts intended to be published in an academic journal are reviewed by independent researchers (referees) to evaluate the contribution, i.e. the importance, novelty and accuracy of the manuscript's contents.

    • It isn’t easy to know what to make of these studies. Many undergo peer review, but an experiment can be structured in a way that favours a particular outcome and still be valid science.
  2. To review before publication, as by an authority or authorities in the pertinent field of…

    To review before publication, as by an authority or authorities in the pertinent field of study, of the written form of an idea, hypothesis, theory, or written discussion of such.

    • Three drafts of his report were peer-reviewed before it was accepted for publication.

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