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Meaning of the word patent in English

What does patent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

patent

US /ˈpæt.ənt/
UK /ˈpeɪ.tənt/
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Noun

a government authority or license conferring a right or title for a set period, especially the sole right to exclude others from making, using, or selling an invention.

Example:
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He applied for a patent for his new invention.
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The company holds several patents on its technology.
Synonym:
copyright license franchise right privilege

Verb

grant a patent for an invention; obtain a patent for an invention.

Example:
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The company decided to patent their new software.
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It's important to patent your ideas to protect them.
Synonym:
register secure copyright license

Adjective

easily recognizable; obvious.

Example:
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His lack of experience was patent to everyone.
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The solution to the problem was patent after a brief discussion.
Synonym:
obvious clear evident apparent manifest
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