Uniqueness

/juːˈnɪknəs/

Definitions

  1. (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.

Commentary

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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