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Patented - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

patented

/ˈpætəntɪd/ /ˈpeɪtəntɪd/

Definition:

Legally protected invention or process, granting exclusive rights to the inventor.

Synonyms:

proprietary, copyrighted, trademarked, licensed

Part of Speech:

adjective, verb (past tense)

Antonyms:

unpatented, generic, public domain

Common Collocations:

patented technology, patented product, patented design, patented medicine

Derivatives:

patenting, patentable

Usage Tips:

Use "patented" to describe inventions legally protected from unauthorized use or copying.

Common Phrases:

patented process, under patent protection, hold a patent

Etymology:

Derived from Latin "patent-" meaning "lying open," referring to official documents granting rights.

Examples:

  • 1. The company patented its innovative solar panel design last year.
  • 2. She discovered a new formula and quickly patented it to prevent imitation.
  • 3. This device uses patented technology to improve efficiency.
  • 4. Many pharmaceutical drugs are patented for 20 years before generics appear.

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