Nonexclusive: meaning, definitions and examples

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nonexclusive

 

[ nɒnɪkˈskluːsɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

Nonexclusive refers to something that is not limited to one party or group. It implies that more than one person, group, or entity has access to or is entitled to something. In various contexts, this term can apply to agreements, memberships, or rights that are shared among multiple parties.

Synonyms

joint, open, shared.

Examples of usage

  • The club offers nonexclusive memberships to several individuals.
  • Their nonexclusive contract allows them to work with other brands.
  • The nonexclusive distribution rights enable multiple retailers to sell the product.
  • In a nonexclusive arrangement, both parties can seek other opportunities.

Translations

Translations of the word "nonexclusive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não exclusivo

🇮🇳 गैर विशेष

🇩🇪 nicht exklusiv

🇮🇩 tidak eksklusif

🇺🇦 неексклюзивний

🇵🇱 nieekskluzywny

🇯🇵 非独占的

🇫🇷 non exclusif

🇪🇸 no exclusivo

🇹🇷 hariç olmayan

🇰🇷 비독점적인

🇸🇦 غير حصري

🇨🇿 neexkluzivní

🇸🇰 neexkluzívny

🇨🇳 非独占的

🇸🇮 neizključujoč

🇮🇸 ekki einkar

🇰🇿 эксклюзивті емес

🇬🇪 არექსკლუზიური

🇦🇿 ekskluziv olmayan

🇲🇽 no exclusivo

Etymology

The term 'nonexclusive' is formed by the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' combined with the word 'exclusive.' The word 'exclusive' comes from Latin 'excludere', which means 'to shut out'. It has been in use since the early 17th century in English. The prefix 'non-' has been used since the 14th century to negate words and has become a common part of English vocabulary. Thus, 'nonexclusive' emerged as a way to describe agreements or situations that do not restrict one party from engaging with others. Its use has become particularly common in legal and business contexts in the 20th century, reflecting a shift towards more collaborative and open practices in various industries.