Aspersion Definition

aspersion
noun
  1. a disparaging remark; "in the 19th century any reference to female sexuality was considered a vile aspersion"; "it is difficult for a woman to understand a man's sensitivity to any slur on his virility"
  2. an abusive attack on a person's character or good name
  3. the act of sprinkling water in baptism (rare)

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