Crossword Genius

Defamatory comments in print (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

libel

(Other definitions for libel that I've seen before include "Published false statement that damages reputation" , "Crime of publishing false statement that damages reputation" , "A published false statement that damages someone" , "Actionable words" , "Write ill of" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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