franchise

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a series of related films, books, or games that share the same characters or world.

n. a collection of related intellectual property across various media, typically authorized by a single copyright holder.

“The superhero franchise has released over twenty movies in the last decade.”

“The studio's most profitable franchise expanded into theme parks and merchandise, ensuring long-term revenue beyond the box office.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Law Formal

n. the legal right to vote in a public election.

n. the constitutional or statutory right to vote in public elections; often referred to as 'the franchise'.

日本語:参政権※

“In the early 20th century, many women fought to gain the franchise.”

“The expansion of the franchise was a pivotal moment in the country's transition toward a more inclusive democracy.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Sports American English

n. a professional sports team that is part of a league.

n. a professional sports organization that is a member of a league, particularly in North American sports structures.

“The city was excited to finally have its own basketball franchise.”

“The league decided to award an expansion franchise to the city after seeing the high demand for professional hockey in the region.”

C1 · Advanced Technical

v. to give a person or company the right to sell your products.

v. to grant a franchise to an individual or group; to authorize the distribution of goods or services under a brand name.

“The company plans to franchise its coffee shops across Europe next year.”

“By choosing to franchise the business model rather than owning every location, the corporation achieved rapid international growth with minimal capital risk.”