Zenger

[zeng-er, -ger]

noun

1. John Peter, 1697–1746, American journalist, printer, and publisher, born in Germany: his libel trial and eventual acquittal (1735) set a precedent for establishing freedom of the press in America.

Example Sentences

Since the trial of New York printer John Peter Zenger in 1735, freedom of the press has been a foundational element in the success of the American experiment.

From Washington Post

He depicted Alexander Hamilton defending John Peter Zenger in a libel trial in New York in August 1735.

From Washington Post

Zenger did not deny publishing the articles.

From Slate

For instance, in 1735, a journalist and printer named John Peter Zenger was charged with libel for publishing articles critical of New York’s colonial governor.

From Slate

Zenger News’ David Martosko called the speech “the definition of ‘word salad.’”

From Washington Times