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
Mark FischettiExamples of IP in a Sentence
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Peter White, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026
Manashil brings over a decade of experience in media and entertainment, most recently serving as founder and president of Kaijo, a production company focused on creating original and adapted IP with artists.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
The rationale for the deal is also having strong leverage and having so many strong IP.
—Erik Hayden, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026
Thaler is behind a string of high-profile AI copyright claims and has fought for IP rights in part to spotlight his belief that his AI system, DABUS, is sentient and capable of true independent thought.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
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He has been tasked with acquiring and developing IP as well as adapting Audiochuck’s podcast franchises for global streamers.
—Peter White, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026
Manashil brings over a decade of experience in media and entertainment, most recently serving as founder and president of Kaijo, a production company focused on creating original and adapted IP with artists.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
The rationale for the deal is also having strong leverage and having so many strong IP.
—Erik Hayden, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026
Thaler is behind a string of high-profile AI copyright claims and has fought for IP rights in part to spotlight his belief that his AI system, DABUS, is sentient and capable of true independent thought.
—Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 3 Mar. 2026
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“IP.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/IP. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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