Synonyms for Proprietary
Definition of proprietary
- adjective
- protected by trademark or patent or copyright; made or produced or distributed by one having exclusive rights; "`Tylenol' is a proprietary drug of which `acetaminophen' is the generic form"
- noun
- an unincorporated business owned by a single person who is responsible for its liabilities and entitled to its profits
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "proprietary"
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