name calling

/neɪm ˌkɔlɪŋ/
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Definitions of name calling
  1. noun
    verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument
    synonyms: names
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    type of:
    calumniation, calumny, defamation, hatchet job, obloquy, traducement
    a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions
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