Meaning
One to whom a grant is made, or a privilege secured, by patent; a person, group, company etc. that has been granted a patent.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From patent + -ee.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
patenterpatentholderalmsmanassigneebeneficiarypensionerstipendiary
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 9 recorded puzzles: