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Definition of “cybersquatting”

cybersquatting (ˈsaɪbəˌskwɒtɪŋ Pronunciation for cybersquatting

Definitions

noun

  1. the practice of registering an internet domain name that is likely to be wanted by another person, business, or organization in the hope that it can be sold to them for a profit

Derived Forms

ˈcyberˌsquatter noun

Example Sentences Including 'cybersquatting'

Creative searching on the Internet often gives a clear picture of other cybersquatting activity, even if false names are being used.
Times, Sunday Times (2001)
Indeed, evidence of a cybersquatting pattern of behaviour is often critical in these cases.
Times, Sunday Times (2001)
The papers have gone all over town reporting about cases on cybersquatting from Madonna to the Tatas.
Business Today (2000)

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