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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.
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.
noun. a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient. synonyms: condescension, disdain. see more.
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.
the power of a person to give someone an important job or position: Patronage is a potent force if used politically. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Backing, supporting & defending. adopt. advocacy. affirmation. ally yourself to/with someone. argumentation. badge. bail out. bang/beat the drum idiom. bet. champion. non-critical.
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.
Patronage is the support and money given by someone to a person or a group such as a charity. ...government patronage of the arts. American English : patronage / ˈpæt-, ˈpeɪtrənɪdʒ /
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.
Definition of patronage noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
the system by which an important person gives help or a job to someone in return for their support. the support that a person gives a store, restaurant, etc. by spending money there. See patronage in the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Check pronunciation: patronage. Definition of patronage noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary.
