libel

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Noun
a false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person
Noun
the written statement of a plaintiff explaining the cause of action (the defamation) and any relief he seeks
Verb
print slanderous statements against; "The newspaper was accused of libeling him"
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