patented

adjective

pat·​ent·​ed ˈpa-tᵊn-təd How to pronounce patented (audio)
 British also  ˈpā-
: originated by or peculiar to one person or group : individualized

Examples of patented in a Sentence

the radio commentator went into one of his patented tirades after an astute caller questioned his knowledge of the facts
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He was featured in all 11 seasons of the show’s five-year run, creating reeds for each of Duck Commander’s patented duck calls. Nicole Briese, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024 Near Columbus Circle, Hearst hired Foster and Partners to erect one of the firm’s patented diagrid cages atop an Art Deco plinth. Justin Davidson, Curbed, 4 Dec. 2024 This rich, luxurious formula is infused with Bader’s patented TFC8 complex, amino acids, and vitamins to deeply hydrate and help improve the look of cellulite, stretch marks, and sagging skin. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Nov. 2024 His patented technologies empower enterprises to improve their data security solutions without confusion or interference. Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for patented 

Word History

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of patented was in 1951

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“Patented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patented. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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