Definition of
libel has definitions from the fields of law,civil law
1
[ verb ] make slanderous statements against

Examples

"The paper was accused of libeling him"

Related terms

defame defamer

2
[ noun ] (law,civil law) the written statement of a plaintiff explaining the cause of action (the defammation) and any relief he seeks

Related terms

complaint law

3
[ noun ] (law) a tort consisting of false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person

Related terms

defamation tort law

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Rhymes with

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Phonetic and Homophones

L AY1 B AH0 L Leibel

Similar Spelling

Liebel Liebl lively liable Leibel

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