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nonproprietary

/nɒnprɒpəˈreɪtəri/ adjective · British & US
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What does nonproprietary mean?

adjective

Not belonging to a particular company or person; not proprietary. Used to describe something that is open or 姉 free from exclusive rights or control.

Example

"The company developed a nonproprietary software standard to ensure compatibility with other systems."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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