libel

/ˈlaɪbəl/ · noun

Meaning

A written or pictorial false statement which unjustly seeks to damage someone's reputation.
The act or crime of displaying such a statement publicly.
Any defamatory writing; a lampoon; a satire.
A written declaration or statement by the plaintiff of their cause of action, and of the relief they seek.
A brief writing of any kind, especially a declaration, bill, certificate, request, supplication, etc.
To defame someone, especially in a manner that meets the legal definition of libel.
To proceed against (a ship, goods, etc.) by filing a libel.

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