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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With patented heat-reflective technology, down insulation, and waterproof materials, this coat is built for cold weather.
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Jennifer Vermeer, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
When Garnier was founded in 1904, the brand created the world's first patented hair lotion made from natural plant ingredients.
—Jaimie Potters, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026
Unwind and relax your muscles with Epsom-It's concentrated, patented epsom salt lotions and bath bombs.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Feb. 2026
Making use of a patented new mechanism, the Day-Date was the world’s first automatic chronometer featuring both the day of the week spelled out in full as well as the date on the dial.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2026
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Jennifer Vermeer, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
When Garnier was founded in 1904, the brand created the world's first patented hair lotion made from natural plant ingredients.
—Jaimie Potters, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026
Unwind and relax your muscles with Epsom-It's concentrated, patented epsom salt lotions and bath bombs.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Feb. 2026
Making use of a patented new mechanism, the Day-Date was the world’s first automatic chronometer featuring both the day of the week spelled out in full as well as the date on the dial.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2026
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“Patented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patented. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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