Simple definition
The party receiving permission under a license.
Intellectual property
What Does Licensee Mean?
The party receiving permission under a license.
Example in a contract
A contract may use “licensee” when describing the party receiving permission under a license.
What licensee means in a contract
This language allocates ownership, licensing, permitted use, or restrictions around inventions, software, content, know-how, and work product.
Why it may matter
It can determine who owns project outputs and what rights each party keeps or receives after the relationship ends. Review the exact language rather than relying on the label alone.
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Questions about licensee.
What does licensee mean in plain English?+
The party receiving permission under a license.
Where might licensee appear in a contract?+
This language allocates ownership, licensing, permitted use, or restrictions around inventions, software, content, know-how, and work product.
Is this definition legal advice?+
No. ClauseInsight provides concise informational explanations. The legal effect of a term depends on the complete document, facts, and applicable law.