patented
adjective
pat·ent·ed
ˈpa-tᵊn-təd 
British also ˈpā-
: originated by or peculiar to one person or group : individualized
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the radio commentator went into one of his patented tirades after an astute caller questioned his knowledge of the facts
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Odisea is reportedly equipped with a twin-diesel propulsion system and a compact exhaust with a patented SCR system that significantly reduces nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026
The ball was pelted to left field at over 400 feet, and their patented celebration ensued.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
This assortment includes the gentle yet effective Dynamic Resurfacing Peel Pads that deliver a measured dose of patented Tri-Enzyme Technology for smoother-looking skin.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
There's really only one major piece of furniture in the Lounge, and that's Virgin Hotels' patented bed.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Mar. 2026
The ball was pelted to left field at over 400 feet, and their patented celebration ensued.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
This assortment includes the gentle yet effective Dynamic Resurfacing Peel Pads that deliver a measured dose of patented Tri-Enzyme Technology for smoother-looking skin.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2026
There's really only one major piece of furniture in the Lounge, and that's Virgin Hotels' patented bed.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for patented
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“Patented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patented. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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