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Equivalent

Legal definition for Indian law research

Definition

equivalent


: something that performs substantially the same function as another thing in substantially the same way compare aggregation, combination, invention NOTE: Under patent law, a patentee may bring a claim for infringement against the inventor of an equivalent.




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