noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
monopoly; monopolization; exclusivity
Refers to exclusive control over a market, resource, or right, often in economic or legal contexts.
その会社は市場を独占している。
That company monopolizes the market.
独占禁止
The Antimonopoly Act exists to protect fair competition.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
hogging; keeping to oneself
Informal use for taking something all for oneself, not sharing, or dominating a conversation or resource.
彼はいつも会議で発言を独占する。
He always monopolizes the conversation in meetings.
弟がテレビを独占して、誰にも見せてくれない。
My younger brother hogs the TV and won't let anyone else watch.