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Arbitrary Marks

Legal definition for Indian law research

Definition

arbitrary marks


Comprise words that are in common linguistic use but, when used to identify particular goods or services, do not suggest or describe a significant ingredient, quality or characteristic of the goods or services (e.g., "Apple" for computers; "Old Crow" for whiskey).



Source: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office


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