patented
adjective
pat·ent·ed
ˈpa-tᵊn-təd 
British also ˈpā-
: originated by or peculiar to one person or group : individualized
Examples of patented in a Sentence
the radio commentator went into one of his patented tirades after an astute caller questioned his knowledge of the facts
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The result is the Otzi Adapt Series, a family of vans built around a foundation of patented and patent-pending innovations.
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Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 11 Nov. 2025
Helioplant, a patented vertical photovoltaic (PV) framing system developed by Austrian engineering firm Ehoch2, is designed to reduce snow buildup on alpine solar installations.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
Some may read this intro and roll their eyes, arguing that Lawrence’s patented self-deprecation and casual dorkiness are a big act.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2025
WarmLife is a patented textile designed to reflect infrared heat back to the body, providing insulation with less material.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 6 Nov. 2025
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Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 11 Nov. 2025
Helioplant, a patented vertical photovoltaic (PV) framing system developed by Austrian engineering firm Ehoch2, is designed to reduce snow buildup on alpine solar installations.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2025
Some may read this intro and roll their eyes, arguing that Lawrence’s patented self-deprecation and casual dorkiness are a big act.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2025
WarmLife is a patented textile designed to reflect infrared heat back to the body, providing insulation with less material.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 6 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for patented
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“Patented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patented. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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