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libel

/ˈlaɪbəl/  ·  say it: LY·bul

defamation in written or published form

In Law & Justice

In more detail

1. (noun) a published false statement that damages someone's reputation

2. (verb) to publish a false statement that damages someone's reputation

Examples

• 1. The newspaper was sued for libel after printing false accusations about the politician.
• 2. The company libeled its competitor by making false claims about the quality of their products.

Nearby in Law & Justice

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