License Fee

/ˈlaɪsəns fiː/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A monetary charge paid for the legal permission to use intellectual property, software, or other rights under a license agreement.
    The company paid a license fee to use the patented technology.
  2. (n.) A payment made in exchange for the right to operate a business or engage in an activity regulated by law.
    The barbershop renewed its operating license by paying the annual license fee.

Forms

  • license fees

Commentary

License fees often distinguish between intellectual property permissions and regulatory permissions; precise drafting clarifies the scope and calculation basis.

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