patented (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈpætəntɪd/
Definition
Officially recognized and granted exclusive rights to an inventor for a new and useful process, machine, manufacture, or composition of matter.
Examples
The new drug has been patented, giving the pharmaceutical company a monopoly on its sale for 20 years.
She patented her unique cooking utensil and is now selling it online.
He tried to get his invention patented, but it was too similar to an existing one.
How to Use patented
- patent pending (collocation)
- Indicates that an application for a patent has been filed but not yet approved. — "The smartphone model is currently patent pending."
- patent for (prepositional phrase)
- To have official rights to a specific invention or process. — "She holds the patent for the new biodegradable plastic."
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