Patentee (Noun)
Meaning
The inventor to whom a patent is issued.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The patentee must ensure that the patented invention is not used in a way that infringes on the rights of others.
- After years of litigation, the patentee was finally able to secure a favorable ruling from the court.
- As the patentee, she was entitled to receive royalties from companies that licensed her invention.
- The patentee's name is typically listed on the patent document, along with a description of the invention.
- In exchange for the exclusive rights granted by the patent, the patentee must publicly disclose the details of the invention.