Definition
Spoken false statements that damage someone's reputation. It's libel's trashy cousin that disappears once it leaves your mouth.
Example Usage
She sued for slander after he publicly accused her of stealing.
Origin
From Old French 'esclandre,' meaning scandal or disgrace
Fun Fact
Slander is harder to prove than libel because there's usually no recording, making it a favorite weapon for people who want deniability.
Source: Tort law and defamation
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