noun
patent royalty
A fee paid to a patent holder for the right to use the patented invention.
特許使用料は契約に基づいて支払われる。
Patent royalties are paid according to the contract.
A broader term for royalties, including copyright and franchise fees. 特許使用料 specifically refers to patent royalties.
Compound of 特許 (patent) + 使用料 (usage fee).