trademark

noun C1

Meaning

A trademark is a legally recognized sign, design, or expression that distinguishes products or services of a particular source from those of others, providing exclusive rights to its owner and serving as a critical tool for brand identity and consumer pro
💡 It is important to distinguish between trademarks and copyrights; while trademarks protect brand identifiers, copyrights safeguard original works of authorship.

Example Sentences

The company registered its logo as a trademark last year .
The company registered its trademark to protect intellectual property rights .
The company registered its trademark to protect its brand identity .

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