libelist
/ˈlaɪbəlɪst/
noun
- A person who writes or publishes libel; a libeler.
- The editor warned the columnist not to become a libelist by publishing unverified claims.
- The libelist was found guilty of printing false accusations about the mayor.
- In the 18th century, a libelist could be sent to prison for attacking a nobleman in print.
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