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service mark Definition

☆ service mark

noun

a symbol, design, word, letter, slogan, etc. used by a supplier of a service, as transportation, laundry, etc. to distinguish the service from that of a competitor: usually registered and protected by law

service mark Finance Definition
A word, name, symbol, or device that is used when selling goods to indicate the source of the goods and to distinguish them from the goods of others. A service mark gives protection to the owner of a service, while a trademark gives protection to the owner of a product. Occasionally trademark is used interchangeably with service mark. The value of a service mark must be amortized over its reasonable life, which can’t be more than 40 years.
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service mark Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • display: The trademarks, logos and service marks displayed on this site are the property of their respective owners.

Adjective modifier

  • registered: ZDNET is a registered service mark of CNET Networks, Inc. ZDNET Logo is a service mark of CNET NETWORKS, Inc.

Noun used with modifier

  • trademark: Other products and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or service marks of their respective owners.
  • and/or: Other products and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or service marks of their respective owners.