patented
adjective
pat·ent·ed
ˈpa-tᵊn-təd 
British also ˈpā-
: originated by or peculiar to one person or group : individualized
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the radio commentator went into one of his patented tirades after an astute caller questioned his knowledge of the facts
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Rather than merely sealing tools against water intrusion, Nemo’s patented system actively pressurizes the tool’s internal chamber with air to match or exceed surrounding water pressure.
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Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Sep. 2025
As the sweetly melodic ballad tapers, a gentle beat kicks in and Carey vocalizes words of religious praise over a syncopated coda for the last two minutes, her five-octave voice punctuating her patented melismatic style.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
This adjustable organizer uses a patented squeeze-to-lock design to securely stack mugs, glasses or stemless wine cups.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2025
Released at Watches and Wonders in March, the revolutionary new model showcases some 18 patented innovations.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Sep. 2025
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Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Sep. 2025
As the sweetly melodic ballad tapers, a gentle beat kicks in and Carey vocalizes words of religious praise over a syncopated coda for the last two minutes, her five-octave voice punctuating her patented melismatic style.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025
This adjustable organizer uses a patented squeeze-to-lock design to securely stack mugs, glasses or stemless wine cups.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2025
Released at Watches and Wonders in March, the revolutionary new model showcases some 18 patented innovations.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Sep. 2025
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“Patented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patented. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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