patented

adjective

pat·​ent·​ed ˈpa-tᵊn-təd How to pronounce patented (audio)
 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
Recent Examples on the Web Ulstein first launched its patented X-Bow concept in 2005 as a way for shipping vessels to service the huge offshore oil and gas industry in the exceptionally rough North Sea. Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 June 2024 This technology is designed with a patented LYCRA dual-core yarn structure combined with thermo-responsive fiber, woven into the fabric by Advance Denim. Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 13 June 2024 The collection was specifically designed with breakthrough, patented technology that offers consumers a non-stick cooking surface, manufactured without any of the potentially harmful chemical coatings (PFAS, PTFE, PFOA) that are used in traditional non-stick cookware. Anna Tingley, Variety, 25 June 2024 With its patented super hinge technology, Mr. Lid is a quantum leap in storage solutions. Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 9 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for patented 

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Word History

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of patented was in 1951

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“Patented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patented. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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