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 3b)
Every computer, modem, server and smartphone that connects to the Internet has a unique Internet protocol (IP) address, which enables users to find it. The address format, known as IPv4, was standardized in 1977 as a 32-digit binary number, making a then seemingly unlimited 4.3 billion addresses … available.—Mark Fischetti
see also ip address
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Aug. 2025
We, in collaboration with our partners, store and/or access information on a user's device, including but not limited to IP addresses, unique identifiers, and browsing data stored in cookies, in order to process personal data.
—Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 5 Aug. 2025
The adaptation is based on a popular Disney IP mobile game that first launched in Japan in 2020, created by Aniplex and Walt Disney Japan.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025
With four still to be revealed, and a likely guarantee that more will come down the line, Cosmic Invasion’s greatest strength is in the Marvel IP first, and solid gameplay second.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2025
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Under new ownership, All3Media continues to focus on organic growth through IP development, talent retention, and geographical expansion.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Aug. 2025
We, in collaboration with our partners, store and/or access information on a user's device, including but not limited to IP addresses, unique identifiers, and browsing data stored in cookies, in order to process personal data.
—Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 5 Aug. 2025
The adaptation is based on a popular Disney IP mobile game that first launched in Japan in 2020, created by Aniplex and Walt Disney Japan.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025
With four still to be revealed, and a likely guarantee that more will come down the line, Cosmic Invasion’s greatest strength is in the Marvel IP first, and solid gameplay second.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2025
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“IP.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/IP. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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