Semiconductor Chip
/ˌsɛmɪkənˈdʌktər tʃɪp/
Definitions
- (n.) A microelectronic device comprising semiconductor material that forms the fundamental building block of integrated circuits for computers and other electronics, subject to patent, regulatory, and contractual legal considerations.
The manufacturer secured a patent for the novel semiconductor chip design.
Forms
- semiconductor chips
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Commentary
In legal contexts, semiconductor chips are often at the center of intellectual property disputes, technology licensing agreements, and regulatory compliance issues related to trade restrictions and export controls.
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