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[treyd-mahrk] 
trade⋅mark
[treyd-mahrk] –noun
–verb (used with object)
| 1. | any name, symbol, figure, letter, word, or mark adopted and used by a manufacturer or merchant in order to designate his or her goods and to distinguish them from those manufactured or sold by others. A trademark is a proprietary term that is usually registered with the Patent and Trademark Office to assure its exclusive use by its owner. |
| 2. | a distinctive mark or feature particularly characteristic of or identified with a person or thing. |
| 3. | to stamp or otherwise place a trademark designation upon. |
| 4. | to register the trademark of. |
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| trade·mark
(trād'märk') Pronunciation Key
n.
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| trademark | |
noun | |
| 1. | a distinctive characteristic or attribute [syn: hallmark] |
| 2. | a formally registered symbol identifying the manufacturer or distributor of a product |
verb | |
| 1. | mark with a brand or trademark; "when this product is not branded it sells for a lower price" [syn: brand] |
| 2. | register the trademark of; "The company trademarked their new gadget" |
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Main Entry: trade·mark
Pronunciation: 'trAd-"märk
Function: noun
: a device (as a word or mark) that points distinctly to the origin or ownershipof merchandise to which it is applied and that is legally reserved for the exclusive use of the owner —compare SERVICEMARK
Main Entry: trade·mark
Pronunciation: 'trAd-"märk
Function: noun
: a device (as a word or mark) that points distinctly to the origin or ownershipof merchandise to which it is applied and that is legally reserved for the exclusive use of the owner —compare SERVICEMARK
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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Trademark
A symbol, word, phrase, logo, or combination of these that legally distinguishes one company's product from any others. Any infringement on a trademark is illegal and therefore grounds for the company owning the trademark to sue the infringing party.
Investopedia Commentary
A good example of a popular trademark is Nike's swoosh. If another company tried to confuse consumers by using a symbol that looked like the swoosh, that company would be infringing on the Nike's trademark rights. Nike would therefore has grounds to sue.
Another trademarked logo that is globally recognized is Coca-Cola's wave.
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trademark
- A distinctive proprietary emblem, insignia, or name that identifies a particular product or service. A trademark is an intangible asset that may be protected from use by others.
Wall Street Words: An A to Z Guide to Investment Terms for Today's Investor by David L. Scott.
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Main Entry: trade·mark
Pronunciation: 'trAd-"märk
Function: noun
: a mark that is used by a manufacturer or merchant to identify the origin or ownership of goods and to distinguish them from others and the use of which is protected by law —see also DILUTION, INFRINGEMENT, STRONG MARK, WEAK MARK Trademark Act of 1946 in the IMPORTANT LAWS section —compare COPYRIGHT, PATENT, SERVICE MARK
NOTE: The Patent and Trademark Office registers trademarks and service marks that are used in interstate commerce or in intrastate commerce that affects interstate commerce. There are also state registration statutes for marks used in intrastate commerce. A trademark or service mark need not be registered for an owner to enforce his or her rights in court. The common law recognizes ownership of a trademark, established by actual and first use of the mark, but it extends only to the areas or markets where the mark is used. Federal registration of a trademark gives rise to a federal cause of action for infringement in addition to the common-law claim. Registration also serves as evidence of the owner's exclusive right to the continuous use and validity of the mark, and as constructive notice to the world of the claim to the mark. To be a valid trademark at common law and for federal registration, a mark must be distinctive; a descriptive mark may become distinctive by acquiring secondary meaning.
Main Entry: trade·mark
Pronunciation: 'trAd-"märk
Function: noun
: a mark that is used by a manufacturer or merchant to identify the origin or ownership of goods and to distinguish them from others and the use of which is protected by law —see also DILUTION, INFRINGEMENT, STRONG MARK, WEAK MARK Trademark Act of 1946 in the IMPORTANT LAWS section —compare COPYRIGHT, PATENT, SERVICE MARK
NOTE: The Patent and Trademark Office registers trademarks and service marks that are used in interstate commerce or in intrastate commerce that affects interstate commerce. There are also state registration statutes for marks used in intrastate commerce. A trademark or service mark need not be registered for an owner to enforce his or her rights in court. The common law recognizes ownership of a trademark, established by actual and first use of the mark, but it extends only to the areas or markets where the mark is used. Federal registration of a trademark gives rise to a federal cause of action for infringement in addition to the common-law claim. Registration also serves as evidence of the owner's exclusive right to the continuous use and validity of the mark, and as constructive notice to the world of the claim to the mark. To be a valid trademark at common law and for federal registration, a mark must be distinctive; a descriptive mark may become distinctive by acquiring secondary meaning.
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