# lawfare

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈlɔːfɛə(ɹ)/

## Definitions
1. The bringing of legal proceedings against an opponent, often only to attack, harass, or intimidate.

## Etymology
Blend of law + warfare.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/lawfare