[9-HI™ Dictionary] United Stated Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO)
The United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) is a federal agency responsible for granting Patents and registering trademarks in the United States. It serves as the primary authority for examining and issuing Patents for new inventions and designs, as well as registering and protecting trademarks that identify and distinguish goods and services. The USPTO plays a crucial role in promoting innovation and safeguarding Intellectual Property rights within the United States.