Das Patent
Example: Das Unternehmen hat ein neues Patent für die Erfindung angemeldet.
Definition
"Das Patent" refers to an official legal right granted to an inventor or company, giving them exclusive control over the use and production of a new invention for a certain period. It protects the invention from being made, used, or sold by others without permission.
Etymology
The word "das Patent" comes from the Latin word 'patere,' meaning 'to lie open or be accessible.' It entered German via Old French 'patent,' originally referring to an open letter or document granting rights. Did you know? The concept of patents dates back to the Renaissance, promoting innovation by protecting inventors.
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"Das Patent" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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