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trademark erosion

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The situation that occurs when a trademarked name becomes a generic name through constant use.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Examples

  • While many companies object to the process of trademark erosion, there is little that can be done to prevent it.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: genericization, genericide

Antonyms: none provided

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