Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

exclusive right

noun

ɪkˈskluːsɪv raɪt

Definition

A legal entitlement granted to an individual or group that gives them sole control over the use or dissemination of a particular resource or information.

Examples

The author holds the exclusive right to publish the book.
As a patent holder, she has the exclusive right to produce and sell the invention for a period of time.
This agreement gives the company exclusive rights to distribute the software in the region.

Meaning

An exclusive right provides the holder with the authority to use or reproduce a particular item or concept without competition, ensuring that only they can benefit from it.