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libels

/ˈlaɪbəlz/

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noun

A written or pictorial false statement which unjustly seeks to damage someone's reputation.

Examples :

"The angry student posted libels about his teacher on social media, falsely accusing her of unfair grading. "

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The act or crime of displaying such a statement publicly.

Examples :

"The newspaper retracted the article after it was proven to contain libels against the mayor. "

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Any defamatory writing; a lampoon; a satire.

Examples :

"The angry student plastered the school walls with libels against the principal, accusing him of unfair favoritism. "

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A written declaration or statement by the plaintiff of their cause of action, and of the relief they seek.

Examples :

"The lawyer carefully drafted the libels, detailing the client's grievances and the compensation sought for the breach of contract. "

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A brief writing of any kind, especially a declaration, bill, certificate, request, supplication, etc.

Examples :

"The church kept a collection of handwritten libels, including requests for prayers, testimonies of healing, and expressions of gratitude. "

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To defame someone, especially in a manner that meets the legal definition of libel.

Examples :

"He libelled her when he published that."

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To proceed against (a ship, goods, etc.) by filing a libel.

Examples :

"Because the ship caused extensive damage to the dock, the company libels it to recover the cost of repairs. "