Detraction

Definition of Detraction

De`trac´tion
n.1.A taking away or withdrawing.
The detraction of the eggs of the said wild fowl.
- Bacon.
2.The act of taking away from the reputation or good name of another; a lessening or cheapening in the estimation of others; the act of depreciating another, from envy or malice; calumny.

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