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libel
noun(li-bel)
a written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought
libel
noun(li-bel)
a handbill especially attacking or defaming someone
libel
noun(li-bel)
a written or oral defamatory statement or representation that conveys an unjustly unfavorable impression
libel
verb(li-bel)
to make libelous statements
libel
verb(li-bel)
to make or publish a libel against

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