IP
1 of 2abbreviation or noun
plural IPs also IP's
: intellectual property
They are racing to protect their own nanotechnology intellectual property (IP) or to license or buy it from universities, companies, or other groups. Nanotech IP is particularly valuable right now because it is the foundation for a young and expansive field …—
Susan J. Ainsworth
Susan J. Ainsworth… Hollywood's obsession with IP has created a scenario where the movies are more expensive while the bar for success is lower.—Scott Mendelson
Scott MendelsonShould Microsoft beat out other prospective buyers, it could mean that future games from IPs such as LEGO, Harry Potter, Just Cause, Batman, Mortal Kombat and more could become Xbox exclusives …—Stephen Lambrechts
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Internet protocol (see protocol sense 1b)
Every computer, modem, server and smartphone that connects to the Internet has a unique Internet protocol (IP) address, which enables users to find it.—Mark Fischetti
see also ip address
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Michael Khouw, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026
With its first feature about to be released, a strong slate coming behind it, and a clear ambition to build enduring global IP, this is a company with momentum, creative integrity and real heart.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Feb. 2026
To be eligible, the nominees must have had IP ownership and full editorial control of the podcast.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 26 Feb. 2026
Officially, Buc-ee's is suing IP Holdings for trademark infringement and unfair competition.
—Rhyma Castillo, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Feb. 2026
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Today's market has a larger weight in businesses where value is tied to intangibles (software, IP, networks) and where margins can be structurally higher than in old-economy mixes.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026
With its first feature about to be released, a strong slate coming behind it, and a clear ambition to build enduring global IP, this is a company with momentum, creative integrity and real heart.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Feb. 2026
To be eligible, the nominees must have had IP ownership and full editorial control of the podcast.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 26 Feb. 2026
Officially, Buc-ee's is suing IP Holdings for trademark infringement and unfair competition.
—Rhyma Castillo, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Feb. 2026
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“IP.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/IP. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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