licensee

noun

li·​cens·​ee ˌlī-sᵊn(t)-ˈsē How to pronounce licensee (audio)
Synonyms of licenseenext
: one that is licensed

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Its license business also saw improved profitability per licensee, helped by the use of a broader range of characters. — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 12 Aug. 2026 The airport location is owned and operated by HMSHost, a Shake Shack licensee. — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2026 Held at McCormick Place from July 23-25, WNBA Live will feature activations from 34 partners and licensees, offering fans a variety of interactive experiences. — Roberta F. Rodrigues, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 So the league will not be profiting off the moment, nor will any WNBA licensees. — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for licensee

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First Known Use

circa 1864, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of licensee was circa 1864

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licensee

noun
li·​cens·​ee ˌlīs-ᵊn-ˈsē How to pronounce licensee (audio)
: one to whom a license is given
a patent licensee
specifically : one (as a firefighter in the course of his or her duty) who is on the property of another by authority of law or by the consent or invitation of the possessor see also bare licensee, social guest compare invitee, trespasser

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