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Definition or meaning of the English word Libel
To defame; or expose to public hatred; contempt; or ridicule; by a writing; picture; sign; etc.; to lampoon. (v. t.). The crime of issuing a malicious defamatory publication. (n.). To spread defamation; written or printed; -- with against. (v. i.). To proceed against by filing a libel; particularly against a ship or goods. (v. t.). A brief writing of any kind; esp. a declaration; bill; certificate; request; supplication; etc. (n.). A written declaration or statement by the plaintiff of his cause of action; and of the relief he seeks. (n.). Any defamatory writing; a lampoon; a satire. (n.). A malicious publication expressed either in print or in writing; or by pictures; effigies; or other signs; tending to expose another to public hatred; contempt; or ridicule. Such publication is indictable at common law. (n.). |
