What is another word for optioning?
Pronunciation: [ˈɒpʃənɪŋ] (IPA) 
Optioning is a frequently used term that refers to the act of acquiring the rights to a property (usually a literary work) for a specific period. Synonyms for optioning can include leasing, renting, securing, obtaining, acquiring, licensing, or franchising. The term can also connote the process of considering various choices in a more general sense, akin to the word "selecting," "choosing," or "nominating." Regardless of the usage, optioning implies a set of decisions about what to acquire, how much to pay for it, and what benefits it can provide, thus making it a vital concept both in the world of intellectual property and in other realms where decision-making is required.
