(countable) A written or pictorial false statement which unjustly seeks to damage someone's reputation. / (uncountable) The act or tort of displaying such a statement publicly.

To defame (someone), especially in a manner that meets the legal definition of libel. / To proceed against (goods, a ship, etc.) by filing a libel claim.

Having lustful desires; characterized by lewdness.

To release from slavery: to manumit. / To release from servitude or unjust rule. / To release from restraint or inhibition. / (chemistry) To release from chemical bonds or solutions.

A person who ad-libs, particularly one who is well known for skill in ad-libbing.

Any of a group of political philosophies dedicated to opposing coercive forms of authority and social hierarchy, prominent examples being capitalism and the State; especially one that encourages the direct seizure by the people of the means of production with the aim of moving toward the creation of a radical direct democracy.

The quality of being liberal.

The act of liberating or the state of being liberated. / The process of striving to achieve equal rights and status.

The condition of being free from control or restrictions. / The condition of being free from imprisonment, slavery or forced labour.

The text of a dramatic musical work, such as an opera. / A book containing such a text.