When a company or inventor has applied for a patent, they often use the phrase "patent applied for" to indicate their intention to protect their invention. However, there are several synonyms that can be used to convey the same meaning. Some alternatives include "patent pending," "pending patent," "application pending," and "under application." Other phrases that can be used to indicate that a patent has been applied for include "in prosecution," "in examination," and "in review." Regardless of the phrasing used, it is essential to indicate that a patent is pending to prevent others from manufacturing or selling the invention before the patent is issued.