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Noun patent of invention has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebPatent of InventionDescriptionA patent of invention refers to a legally granted exclusive right to an inventor or assignee over an invention. It provides the owner with the authority to prevent others from making, using, or selling the invention for a limited period of time. A patent of invention can be granted for a wide range of inventions including processes, machines, compositions of matter, and improvements thereof. Sense 1: Legal DocumentAs a legal document, a patent of invention contains a detailed description of the invention, along with any necessary drawings or diagrams, and claims that define the scope of the patented invention. It is filed with a patent office and, upon approval, grants the inventor the exclusive rights to their invention. Sample Sentence:John spent several months preparing the necessary documentation for his patent of invention. Sense 2: Exclusive RightA patent of invention provides the owner with an exclusive right to exploit their invention commercially for a specific period, typically 20 years from the filing date of the patent application. During this time, the inventor can control the use, manufacturing, and distribution of the patented invention. Sample Sentence:The company was able to dominate the market for a decade due to their patent of invention. Related Products: | ||||
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