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   pa·tron·age

   /ˈpatrənəj/

   noun

   • 1. the support given by a patron: "the arts could no longer depend on private patronage" Similar sponsorshipbackingfundingfinancingphilanthropypromotionfurtherancehelpaidassistancesupportguarantyencouragementchampionshipadvocacydefenseprotectionguardianshipaegisauspices
   • 2. the power to control appointments to office or the right to privileges: "recruits are selected on merit, not through political patronage" Similar power of appointmentright of appointmentfavoritismnepotismpartisanshippartialitypreferential treatmentthe old boy network
   • 3. a patronizing or condescending manner: "a twang of self-satisfaction—even patronage—about him" Similar condescensionpatronizingdeigningstoopingdisdaindisrespectscorncontemptmockerysnobberysnobbishnessrare:patronization
   • 4. the regular business given to a store, restaurant, or public service by a person or group: "the direct train link was ending because of poor patronage" Similar customtradebusinesscommercetraffickingshoppingbuyingpurchasing
   • 5. (in ancient Rome) the rights and duties or the position of a patron.

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French, from patron ‘protector, advocate’ (see patron).

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   The meaning of PATRONAGE is advowson. How to use patronage in a sentence. advowson; the support or influence of a patron; kindness done with an air of superiority…

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   PATRONAGE definition: 1. the support given to an organization by someone: 2. the power of a person to give someone an…. Learn more.

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   noun. the financial support or business provided to a store, hotel, or the like, by customers, clients, or paying guests. Synonyms: trade, commerce, custom. patrons collectively; clientele. the control of or power to make appointments to government jobs or the power to grant other political favors. offices, jobs, or other favors so controlled.

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   PATRONAGE meaning: 1. the support given to an organization by someone: 2. the power of a person to give someone an…. Learn more.

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   If you give a store or business your support (financial or otherwise) as a customer or client, you are giving them your patronage. Great philanthropists are often known for their patronage, or financial support, of the arts.

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   1. The support or encouragement of a patron, as for an institution or cause. 2. Support or encouragement proffered in a condescending manner: Our little establishment has finally been deemed worthy of the bank's patronage. 3. The trade given to a commercial establishment by its customers: Shopkeepers thanked Christmas shoppers for their patronage.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPATRONAGE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Patronage is the support and money given by someone to a person or a group such as a charity.

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   Definition of patronage noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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    Patronage is the support and money given by someone to a person or a group such as a charity. [...] More. Synonyms of 'patronage' • support, promotion, sponsorship [...] • nepotism, bias, favouritism [...] • condescension, contempt, disdain [...] More. Collocations with the word 'patronage' patronage network political patronage royal patronage.

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    Patronage Definition. The function or status of a patron. Support, encouragement, sponsorship, etc. given by a patron. Support or encouragement proffered in a condescending manner.