noun.
One who invents or devises something new; one who makes an invention.
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noun.
One who invents or finds out something new; a contriver; especially, one who invents mechanical devices, new drugs, new processes, or other useful objects or procedures.
noun.
One who invents, either as a hobby or as an occupation.
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noun.
someone who is the first to think of or make something
Word Usage
"The first language suggested by the authors of this legislation left out "inventors" altogether, but once this blatant attack became clear, the authors added the word "inventor" to "First Inventor to File" in order to confuse anyone not closely following this bill."