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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).

   Scrabble Points: 12

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPATRONAGE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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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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   1. : advowson. 2. : the support or influence of a patron. the patronage of science by universities. 3. : kindness done with an air of superiority. The prince deigned to bestow his patronage on the composer. 4. : business or activity provided by patrons. the new branch library is expected to have a heavy patronage. 5. a.

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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.

5. 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.

6. www.dictionary.com › browse › patronagePATRONAGE Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com

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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.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishpatronage noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › patronagePatronage - definition of patronage by The Free Dictionary

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   patronage. (ˈpætrənɪdʒ) n. 1. a. the support given or custom brought by a patron or patroness. b. the position of a patron. 2. (Government, Politics & Diplomacy) (in politics) a. the practice of making appointments to office, granting contracts, etc. b. the favours so distributed. 3. a. a condescending manner.

9. www.britannica.com › dictionary › patronagePatronage Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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   PATRONAGE meaning: 1 : money and support that is given to an artist, organization, etc.; 2 : support that is given to a business, library, etc., by buying its goods or using its services.

10. www.oed.com › dictionary › patronage_npatronage, n. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English...

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    What does the noun patronage mean? There are ten meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun patronage, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. patronage has developed meanings and uses in subjects including. ecclesiastical (Middle English) Roman history (late 1600s) See meaning & use.

11. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › PatronagePatronage - Wikipedia

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    Patronage is the support, encouragement, privilege, or financial aid that an organization or individual bestows on another. In the history of art, arts patronage refers to the support that princes, popes, and other wealthy and influential