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2.  The original or model on which something is based or formed.modelwhich  Someone or something that serves to illustrate the typical qualities of a class; model; exemplar.

3.  A new, useful process, machine, improvement, etc., that did not exist previously and that is recognized as the product of some unique intuition or genius, as distinguished from ordinary mechanical skill or craftsmanship.genius

4.  The exclusive right granted by a government to an inventor to manufacture, use, or sell an invention for a certain number of years.

5.  Commendation or honor given for some action, quality, etc.

6.  The expense of maintaining property (e.g., paying property taxes and utilities and insurance); it does not include depreciation or the cost of financing or income taxes.

7.  A cost unvarying with a change in the volume of business.

8.  A sum of money demanded by a government for its support or for specific facilities or services, levied upon incomes, property, sales, etc.