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   patronage

   /ˈpatrənɪdʒ/

   noun

   • 1. the support given by a patron: "the arts could no longer depend on private patronage" Similar sponsorshipbackingfundingfinancingphilanthropypromotionfurtherancehelpaidassistancesupportguarantyencouragementchampionshipadvocacydefenceprotectionguardianshipaegisauspices
   • 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 appointmentfavouritismnepotismpartisanshippartialitypreferential 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 custom attracted by a shop, restaurant, etc.: "the direct train link was ending because of poor patronage" Similar customtradebusinesscommercetraffickingshoppingbuyingpurchasing
   • 5. the rights and duties or position of a patron.

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

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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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   a condescending manner or attitude in granting favors, in dealing with people, etc.; condescension: an air of patronage toward his business subordinates. the position, encouragement, influence, or support of a patron, as toward an artist, institution, etc.

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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.

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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.

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.