slander of great men
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scandalum magnatum — The slander of great men. The term was used in early English law to designate words spoken in derogation of a peer, a judge, or other great officer of the realm. Such slander was considered a more heinous offense than the slander of a common… … Ballentine's law dictionary
scandalum magnatum — /sk&ndalam maegneytam/ In English law, scandal or slander of great men or nobles. Words spoken in derogation of a peer, a judge, or other great officer of the realm, for which an action lies, though it is now rarely resorted to. 3 Bl.Comm. 123.… … Black's law dictionary
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