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Yes, if they are sufficiently original, if there is reason to believe no-one would find the combination of words too short or simple and obvious. Copyright started with words, protecting ownership of books and other "copy".
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 8y agowords and phrases can be trademarked if the person or company seeking the trademark can demonstrate that the phrase has acquired a distinctive secondary meaning apart from its original meaning. If you have a company with a catch phrase that is identified with another meanig other that its original meaning it is possible to trademark it. That secondary meaning must be one that identifies the phrase with a particular good or service.
Simple steps to trademark a phrase:
1.Visit the website uspto.gov
2. Click on trademarks tab and
understand the requirements.
Trademarks>>>Trademark Basics
3.Check if the phrase is trademarked already or not.
Trademarks>>>search marks
4.If your phrase is available,it will display the Initial filing application form
Trademarks>>>File Forms online
5.Select the form and follow the instructions on the online form
6.Pay the fee as per the instructions
Reference: vakilsearch.com
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∙ 10y agoIn general, a single word will be too short to qualify for copyright protection. It's also more likely that you would want to register your word as a trademark.
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∙ 13y agoTypically, no. But a word appearing as a work of art (say, Philadelphia's "Love" sculpture) could be protected, and single words are often registered trademarks when used in commerce.
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∙ 13y agoNo. A word is more likely to be protectable under trademark law, or maybe copyright law. Without more details it is hard to say if or how the 'word' you speak of is protectable at all.
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∙ 12y agoNo; simple facts cannot be protected. If the word is associated with a product, however, it can be registered as a trademark.
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∙ 13y agoNo; you would want to register a name as a trademark.
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∙ 12y agoNo; single words and short phrases are not eligible for copyright protection.
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∙ 11y agoWords and short phrases do not qualify for copyright protection. Words used in commerce (such as business or product names) may be registered as trademarks.
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Is the word copyright singular or plural?
The word copyright is a singular uncountable noun.
What part of speech is the word copyright?
The word copyright is a noun. The plural is copyrights.
Does Heinz have copyright on the word Heinz?
Heinz does not have copyright on the word Heinz, but it does have a trademark on the name.
What is the word copyright translated into French?
French copyright is the droit d'auteur, or "right of the author." However, the word "copyright" is increasingly used.
Who owns the copyright to the word elf?
Nobody owns the copyright of a single word. Perhaps you mean trademark.
Who owns the copyright to the word brending?
Individual words do not qualify for copyright protection, and there is no trademark registered with that word.
How do you copyright a word on clothing?
At this time, fashion cannot be protected by copyright.
Is copywritten a word?
No, "copywritten" is not a proper word. The correct term is "copyrighted," which refers to the legal protection of an author's work.
Should the word copyright always be capitalized?
The word Copyright should always be capitalized. It is a specific name for a specific thing.
Does Heinz have a copyright on the word ketchup?
no
Is there a copyright on the word hustle as used for dancing?
No, there is no copyright on the word "hustle" as used for dancing. Copyright protects original works of authorship, such as music, choreography, or written material, but it does not protect individual words or phrases. However, a specific dance routine or choreography can be protected by copyright.
How do you word copyright notice for a photograph?
Same as copyright notice for anything else: Copyright, or copr. or circle-C, the date of copyright and the author or other copyright owner's name. E.g., "Copyright 2012 Walt Disney Productions, Inc."
