What is another word for patent of invention?
Pronunciation: [pˈe͡ɪtənt ɒv ɪnvˈɛnʃən] (IPA) 
A patent of invention refers to the legal document that gives an inventor exclusive rights to make, use, and sell their invention for a certain period of time. Other synonyms for this term include invention patent, innovation patent, exclusive patent, proprietary patent, and intellectual property. These terms all highlight the novelty and uniqueness of the invention, as well as the proprietary rights that the inventor holds to their idea. In some cases, the term "patent of invention" may also be used interchangeably with "industrial property", which refers to any valuable and unique item that is produced by industrial means.
