/prəˈpraɪəˌtɛri/ – Noun
Definition: xch PROPRIETARY.
A more thorough explanation: The legal English definition of the word “proprietary” refers to something that is privately owned or controlled, typically in the context of intellectual property rights or ownership of a business entity. It can also refer to a product or service that is unique to a particular company or individual.
Example: The company claimed proprietary rights over the software, preventing others from using or reproducing it without permission.