fair use

Other forms: fair uses

Definitions of fair use
  1. noun
    the conditions under which you can use material that is copyrighted by someone else without paying royalties
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    type of:
    enjoyment, use
    (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
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