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Predatory Journal
Definition
A fraudulent or deceptive publication that prioritizes profit over scholarship, often charging APCs without providing legitimate peer review, editorial services, or proper indexing.
Example
The journal promised publication within 48 hours with no peer review, a hallmark of predatory publishing.
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