Pronunciation: /ˈpæt̬.ənt/
noun a government authority or licence conferring a right or title for a set period, especially the sole right to exclude others from making, using, or selling an invention
A1 A patent is a legal document that gives the inventor exclusive rights to their invention.
A2 She filed a patent for her new invention to protect her idea from being copied.
B1 The company invested a lot of money in obtaining a patent for their innovative product.
B2 The patent application was approved after a thorough review by the patent office.
C1 The company's success was largely due to their extensive portfolio of patents.
C2 The patent infringement case went to court to determine if the competitor had violated the patent rights.
verb to obtain a patent for (an invention)
A1 He patented his new invention to protect it from being copied.
A2 The company patented their unique manufacturing process to prevent competitors from using it.
B1 She decided to patent her innovative design to ensure she had exclusive rights to it.
B2 The pharmaceutical company patented a new drug that they believe will revolutionize the industry.
C1 The inventor spent years perfecting his creation before finally patenting it.
C2 After much research and development, the company successfully patented their groundbreaking technology.
adjective existing as a right or title conferred by a patent
A1 She bought a patent leather handbag for the party.
A2 The company applied for a patent design for their new product.
B1 The scientist was awarded a patent for his groundbreaking invention.
B2 The company's success was due in part to their patent technology.
C1 The patent process can be lengthy and complex, requiring legal expertise.
C2 The company's patent portfolio was a valuable asset in the merger negotiations.
formal The company applied for a patent to protect their new invention.
informal I heard that John got a patent for his cool gadget.
slang Did you see that guy with the patent for the crazy contraption?
figurative Her unique style is like a patent on fashion trends.
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