A journalist investigating a single topic of interest, often involving crime or corruption.

(journalism, derogatory) The mass publication of poor-quality news reports (computer-generated or written by poorly-paid outsourced writers) across a network of ostensibly local news outlets.

plural of journal box

(rail transport, mechanical engineering) A box or housing enclosing or supporting a journal, often used in order to retain the lubricant.

(accounting, business) A specialized accounting journal and also a prime entry book used in an accounting system to keep track of the orders of items placed using accounts payable.

plural of sale journal

plural of transaction journal

(accounting) A type of accounting record used to enter business activity not involving money changing hands.

(accounting, business) A journal to adjust inventory in connection with purchases, sales, and positive and negative adjustments.

plural of item journal