Here we’ve provided explanations of some of the more specialist terms you might come across in the world of intellectual property. We hope you find them useful!
Where these terms are used elsewhere in the website, you’ll find you can hover your cursor over them (or tap them on a mobile device) to get a direct link to their explanation. Otherwise, you can search alphabetically from the list below.
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You’ll also find loads of useful information about IP and how it’s used on the website of the UK IPO (the UK Intellectual Property Office).
Last Updated: November 2, 2024