To proceed against (goods, a ship, etc.) by filing a libel claim.
To defame (someone), especially in a manner that meets the legal definition of libel.
The act or tort of displaying such a statement publicly.
Any defamatory writing; a lampoon; a satire.
A written declaration or statement by the plaintiff of their cause of action, and of the relief they seek.
A brief writing of any kind, especially a declaration, bill, certificate, request, supplication, etc.
A written or pictorial false statement which unjustly seeks to damage someone's reputation.
To pay to the extent of what is claimed or due.
To do enough for; to meet the needs of; to fulfill the wishes or requirements of.
To cause (a sentence) to be true when the sentence is interpreted in one's universe.
To answer or discharge (a claim, debt, legal demand, etc.); to give compensation for.