How to Trademark become generic Trademark?

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When Does a Trademark Become Generic?
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Introduction
The vital function of a trademark is to
distinguish goods and services of one company or
individual from that of another, and if the mark
does not perform this essential function, it is
likely that the trademark will cease to exist and
just become a generic term.
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Meaning of Generic Trademark
Generic terms or words are commonly used in
symbols, words or logos to describe the class of
products or services. Generic words don't perform
the function of distinguishing similar products
and services in the same class.
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Legal Stance on Generic Trademark

• A generic trademark is a registered trademark or
  brand name that has become synonymous with for a
  particular set of services or goods, losing its
  exclusivity due to overuse and popularity. This
  usually happens without the proprietors
  permission. 
• Xerox
• Cello Tape
• Tupperware
• Band-Aid

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Why TM become Generic Word

• When people start associating a mark with a group
  of services or goods, the name stops
  functioning as a trademark and falls in the
  public domain, thereby losing its essential
  characteristic of being distinctive. 
• How to Keep your TM Robust?
• Be vigilant about the proper use of the
  trademark. 
• Use the symbols  and  for unregistered and
  registered trademarks respectively, to show that
  certain rights have been conferred on the mark. 

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