/ˈlɪbəli/; nonstandard spelling of libel or libellous

Definitions

1. noun

a person who brings a false or malicious charge against another, especially in a court of law

“The libellee was acquitted of the charges due to lack of evidence.”

2. noun

the person or entity against whom a libel is published

“The libellee sued the newspaper for publishing false information about him.”

3. verb

to bring a false or malicious charge against (someone), especially in a court of law

“She was accused of libelling her opponent during the election campaign.”

4. verb

to publish a libel against (someone)

“The newspaper was accused of libelling the businessman in their article.”