an indirect intimation about a person or thing, esp. of a disparaging or a derogatory nature.

Law .

a parenthetic explanation or specification in a pleading.

(in an action for slander or libel) the explanation and elucidation of the words alleged to be defamatory.

the word or expression thus explained.

noun

evidence , proof

noun

allusion , aside , aspersion , hint , implication , imputation , insinuation , intimation , overtone , reference , whisper , clue , connotation , double entendre , suggestion