Synonyms of patented

Verb


1. patent, procure, secure

usage: obtain a patent for; "Should I patent this invention?"

2. patent, register

usage: grant rights to; grant a patent for

3. patent, change, alter, modify

usage: make open to sight or notice; "His behavior has patented an embarrassing fact about him"

Adjective


1. patented, proprietary (vs. nonproprietary)

usage: (of devices and processes) protected by patent; "they are patented inventions"

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