Vocabulary Word
Word: slander
Definition: defamation; utterance of false and malicious statements; V. ADJ. slanderous
Definition: defamation; utterance of false and malicious statements; V. ADJ. slanderous
Sentences Containing 'slander'
Moreover, to endure labour; nor to need many things; when I have anything to do, to do it myself rather than by others; not to meddle with many businesses; and not easily to admit of any slander.
Of the same nature is sickness and death; slander, and lying in wait, and whatsoever else ordinarily doth unto fools use to be occasion either of joy or sorrow.
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