Uniqueness
/juːˈnɪknəs/
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- (n.) The quality of being one of a kind, distinct, or unlike anything else, often relevant in intellectual property and contract law.
The uniqueness of the trademark helped the plaintiff prove infringement.
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In legal drafting, emphasizing uniqueness can be key in claims involving intellectual property rights or contractual obligations to ensure individuality and non-substitutability.
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