bearing false witness

• Формальное или библейское выражение, означающее лгать о ком-либо, давать ложные показания или намеренно распространять ложные сведения, порочащие репутацию другого человека.

A formal or biblical expression meaning to lie about someone, give false testimony, or deliberately spread untrue statements that harm another person's reputation.

1. Lying under oathC1formal

   To deliberately tell a lie in a legal or official setting, especially in a court of law.

   Лжесвидетельство

   • The witness was charged with bearing false witness during the trial.
   • Bearing false witness is considered a serious crime in many legal systems.
   • He was accused of bearing false witness to protect his friend.

2. Spreading lies or false accusationsC1formal

   To make false statements about someone with the intent to harm their reputation or cause trouble.

   Лжесвидетельство

   • Spreading rumors about your neighbor is a form of bearing false witness.
   • She was fired for bearing false witness against her colleague.
   • Bearing false witness can destroy trust in a community.