Patentee

usgb/ˌpætnˈtiː/
noun

A person or organization to whom a patent has been granted by the government.

The patentee of the new technology is a large electronics corporation.
Visual representation of "patentee" - A person or organization to whom a patent has been granted by the government.

Often appears as...

  • patentee rights
  • patentee infringement
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Legality Involved

The term 'patentee' is used in legal contexts where patent laws are relevant.

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The patentee filed a lawsuit to stop the unauthorized use of their invention.
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Exclusive Rights

'Patentee' implies someone has exclusive rights to make, use, or sell an invention.

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The patentee profits from every sale of the patented device.
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Protects Innovators

Being a patentee protects one's original ideas from being used by others without permission.

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As a patentee, she enjoyed recognition for her innovation.
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