Patent Examination
/ˈpætənt ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The formal process by which a patent office reviews a patent application to determine if it meets the legal requirements for patentability.
The patent examination revealed prior art that invalidated the novelty of the invention.
Forms
- patent examination
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Commentary
Patent examination is a critical procedural step that affects patent rights; drafting claims carefully can influence examination outcomes.
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