Patent
Definition
A patent is a government-granted exclusive right to an inventor, giving them the legal protection and control over their invention for a specific period of time.
Analogy
Think of a patent as a golden ticket to an inventor. Just like Willy Wonka's golden ticket gave exclusive access to his chocolate factory, a patent gives the inventor exclusive rights to their invention.
Related terms
Invention: Something created by an individual that is new or improved.
Intellectual Property: Creations of the mind, such as inventions, designs, and artistic works that are protected by laws.
Copyright: Legal protection given to original creative works like books or music.
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