Libel (film)
WordNet
noun
(1) The written statement of a plaintiff explaining the cause of action (the defamation) and any relief he seeks
(2) A false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person
verb
(3) Print slanderous statements against
"The newspaper was accused of libeling him"
WiktionaryText
Etymology
From libelle, from libellus ("petition").
Noun
- A written (notably as handbill) or pictorial statement which unjustly seeks to damage someone's reputation.
- The act or crime of displaying such a statement publicly.
- Did Betty Bowers commit libel when she called President Bush a flaming homosexual on her website? http://www.bettybowers.com/isbushgay.html
Verb
- To defame someone, especially in a manner that meets the legal definition of libel.
- He libelled her when he published that.