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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Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
Mining the Miramax library is a focus for Paramount TV Studios, along with pursuing Paramount film IP and developing original ideas.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
How can a franchise that is about to have 15 movies in its catalog and has been Disney IP for decades actually call itself an indie film?
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 22 Apr. 2026
With comic book films fading in popularity, movie studios are picking up their consoles in search of the next great treasure trove of IP.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
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The loss of the mid-budget studio movie has had a role in it, along with IP overload, social media and streaming.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
Mining the Miramax library is a focus for Paramount TV Studios, along with pursuing Paramount film IP and developing original ideas.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
How can a franchise that is about to have 15 movies in its catalog and has been Disney IP for decades actually call itself an indie film?
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 22 Apr. 2026
With comic book films fading in popularity, movie studios are picking up their consoles in search of the next great treasure trove of IP.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
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“IP.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/IP. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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