"lawfare" meaning in All languages combined

See lawfare on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

IPA: /ˈlɔːfɛə(ɹ)/ Audio: LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-lawfare.wav [Southern-England]
Etymology: Blend of law + warfare Etymology templates: {{blend|en|law|warfare}} Blend of law + warfare Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} lawfare (uncountable)
  1. The use of the judicial system against one's opponents, often only to attack or condemn a rival. Wikipedia link: lawfare Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Law Related terms: libel chill, SLAPP
    Sense id: en-lawfare-en-noun-3D~aI7rG Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header

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