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libelled

/ˈlaɪbəld/ /ˈlaɪbəldɪd/

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verb

Diffamer, calomnier

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

Examples :

"He libelled her when he published that."

Il l'a diffamée lorsqu'il a publié cela.

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verb

Saisir, attaquer en justice

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

Examples :

"Because the ship was carrying illegal cargo, the authorities libelled it in port, beginning the process of seizing the vessel and its contents. "

Parce que le navire transportait une cargaison illégale, les autorités l'ont saisi au port, entamant ainsi le processus de saisie du navire et de son contenu.