copyright
- Noun. (uncountable) The right by law to be the entity which determines who may publish, copy and distribute a piece of writing, music, picture or other work of authorship.
- Noun. (countable) Such an exclusive right as it pertains to one or more specific works.
- Verb. To place under a copyright.
- Verb. To obtain or secure a copyright for some literary or other artistic work.
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