How Do You Spell LICENSING?

Pronunciation: [lˈa͡ɪsənsɪŋ] (IPA)

Licensing is spelled with the letters L-i-c-e-n-s-i-n-g in English. It is pronounced as /ˈlaɪsənsɪŋ/, with the stress on the second syllable. The word is derived from the verb 'license', which means to authorize or permit something. Licensing refers to the process of granting or obtaining a license, usually for legal or business purposes. In many industries, such as music and software, licensing is crucial in protecting intellectual property and ensuring fair compensation for creators and distributors.

LICENSING Meaning and Definition

  1. Licensing refers to the legal process through which a person or business obtains permission or authorization from the relevant authority to engage in a particular activity, use a specific intellectual property, or obtain specific rights. This process typically involves the granting of a license, which is a formal agreement outlining the terms and conditions under which the licensee can use the licensed property or rights.

    In the context of businesses, licensing can involve obtaining permits or certifications required to operate legally, such as a liquor license for a bar or a food handling license for a restaurant. Licensing may also pertain to the act of granting others the right to use copyrighted or patented material, under specific conditions and for a predetermined period, in exchange for compensation or royalties.

    In the field of intellectual property, licensing refers to the act of giving permission to others to use trademarks, copyrights, patents, or trade secrets owned by an individual or organization, allowing them to use, modify, distribute, or reproduce the protected material. Licensing agreements in such cases can be complex and often involve negotiations regarding usage terms, territories, duration, and financial arrangements.

    Overall, licensing ensures that individuals and businesses operate within the bounds of the law, protect intellectual property rights, and enables the authorized use of various resources, thereby maintaining a fair and regulated system that benefits both licensor and licensee.

  2. Granting a license to; that gives power or authority to sell alcoholic liquors.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of LICENSING

The word "licensing" derives from the verb "license", which originated from the Old French word "licence" around the 14th century. In turn, "licence" was derived from the Latin word "licentia", meaning "freedom, liberty, or permission". Over time, "license" evolved to refer to the act of giving permission or authority to do something legally. Therefore, "licensing" ultimately refers to the process of granting or obtaining permission or authority for a specific action or operation, often related to the legal use or distribution of something, such as intellectual property or a product.

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Conjugate verb Licensing

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