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Meaning of patent trolling | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
/ˈpætənt ˌtɹəʊlɪŋ/

Definitions

The practice of owning and enforcing patents in an aggressive and opportunistic manner, often with no intention of marketing or promoting the subjects of the patents.

derogatory, informal, uncountable

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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