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as in brands
a device (as a word) identifying the maker of a piece of merchandise and legally reserved for the exclusive use of that person or company
"Kleenex" is a trademark for a cleansing tissue
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as in logos
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark
the golden arches are a trademark of McDonald's
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Recent Examples of trademarks
The Eras Tour ringleader has built an expansive intellectual property portfolio with 175 live trademarks.
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Bryan West, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
The store started the process of registering trademarks in 2000, but their website states that 2012 was Blind Date With a Book’s official first year.
—Jess Decourcy Hinds
february 13, Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
The counterfeit products were promoted and advertised to shoppers on the platform, Estee Lauder’s trademarks were used in search engine optimization tools to drive traffic to the listings and Walmart profited from the sales, the complaint stated.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026
Lauder is requesting that defendants be ordered to stop selling these products and/or any other products that bear the ELC trademarks.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
Within the independent watchmaker’s recognizable framework are some of Louis Vuitton’s own trademarks.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
Detroit Pistons at Golden State Warriors Detroit is hitting its city trademarks as its Pistons cruise atop the conference.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The announcement referenced trademarks belonging to Maitland, but no legal action was taken.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Students are not allowed to use school names, logos, mascots or trademarks.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Bryan West, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
The store started the process of registering trademarks in 2000, but their website states that 2012 was Blind Date With a Book’s official first year.
—Jess Decourcy Hinds
february 13, Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
The counterfeit products were promoted and advertised to shoppers on the platform, Estee Lauder’s trademarks were used in search engine optimization tools to drive traffic to the listings and Walmart profited from the sales, the complaint stated.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026
Lauder is requesting that defendants be ordered to stop selling these products and/or any other products that bear the ELC trademarks.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
Within the independent watchmaker’s recognizable framework are some of Louis Vuitton’s own trademarks.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
Detroit Pistons at Golden State Warriors Detroit is hitting its city trademarks as its Pistons cruise atop the conference.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
The announcement referenced trademarks belonging to Maitland, but no legal action was taken.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Students are not allowed to use school names, logos, mascots or trademarks.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trademarks
Noun
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Plans include transitioning to eco-conscious mattresses and bedding, sourcing in-room products—such as soaps and linens—from local makers and sustainable brands, and working with specialist landscapers to preserve native plants and reduce water use.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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In an era when many young brands rely heavily on digital advertising and influencer seeding, Safdie has prioritized IRL experiences.—
Amy Francombe,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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Plays cost from 50 cents to $30, with a goal of matching symbols on the wheel.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
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Bull and bear symbols for successful and bad trading are seen in front of the German stock exchange (Deutsche Boerse) in Frankfurt, Germany, February 12, 2019.—
Hugh Leask,Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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There are so many better emblems out there, anyhow — look at any Netflix series that needs to state what’s happened in very explicit dialogue at least three times every episode!—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
11 Feb. 2026
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For the past decade, the months of January in this town have been littered with Chiefs signs, emblems, banners and packed storefronts, from downtown to the Plaza, and from one side of State Line Road to the other.—
Sam McDowell
February 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 Feb. 2026
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Trust and respect are two hallmarks of strong relationships, some psychologists say.—
Tom Huddleston Jr.,
CNBC,
13 Feb. 2026
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Fairy godmother-like service, endless amounts of space, and premium—well—everything are the hallmarks of the Crystal experience.—
Scott Laird,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Trademarks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trademarks. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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