Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
proprietaries
noun
/prəˈpraɪəˌtɛriz/
Definition
Proprietaries are entities or individuals who own or have exclusive rights to something, often in a business context.
Examples
- The proprietaries of the new software maintained strict control over its distribution.
- In the real estate market, proprietaries refer to those who hold unique ownership of land parcels.
- As a new business owner, understanding the rights granted to proprietaries can be essential for protecting your ideas.
Meaning
The term refers to the ownership rights held by a person or organization over specific products, services, or properties.
Synonyms
- owners
- holders
- possessors
- landholders
