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non-proprietary

adjective

UK/ˌnɒn.prəˈpraɪ.ə.tᵊr.i/
US/ˌnɑːn.prəˈpraɪə.ter.i/

Definitions of non-proprietary adjective

  1. Refers to goods or systems that do not carry the name of a specific company, are not patented, or are not exclusive to a particular entity.

    非专属的；非专利的

    • This medication is more commonly recognized by its non-proprietary name.

      这种药物更常以其非专有名称被识别。

    • The company chose to use non-proprietary software to ensure greater compatibility.

      公司选择使用非专有软件以确保更大的兼容性。

    • We should prioritize the use of non-proprietary technologies to foster openness in the industry.

      我们应该优先使用非专有技术以促进行业的开放性。