false designation of originglossary / FALSE DESIGNATION OF ORIGIN false designation of origin. Trademarks. A mark, design, or similar element that creates a misleading or erroneous impression of a good or product’s source. [Cases: Trade Regulation 870(2). C.J.S. Patents § 348.] 词条贡献者 译者Clara,毕业于国内知名法学院,擅长翻译各种与衍生工具相关的法律文件。