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aspersion

as·per·sion [ ə spúr'n, ə spúrsh'n ] (plural as·per·sions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. slanderous remark: a statement that attacks somebody's character or reputation ( often used in the plural )
cast aspersions on his integrity

2. making of slanderous remarks: the making of defamatory remarks

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