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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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   What does patronage mean?

   • Patronage is the support and money given by someone to a person or a group such as a charity . The event was under the patronage of the Prince of Wales. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers 1. a. b. a. b. 3. a. b. 4. Christianity Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers 1. a. b.

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   What is patronage in philanthropy?

   • Other forms: patronages; patronaged 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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   What is a patron?

   • 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 distribution of jobs and favors on a political basis, as to those who have supported one's party or political campaign.

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   What does patronage of the powerful mean?

   • The patronage of the powerful could cut ten years of struggle off her climb to the top. Patronage is the support and money given by someone to a person or a group such as a charity. ...government patronage of the arts. Read about the team of authors behind Collins Dictionaries.

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   Patronage is the support given to an organization, the power to appoint someone, or the business of customers. Learn more about the meaning, usage, and synonyms of patronage with Cambridge Dictionary.

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   Patronage is the support or influence of a patron, or the power to distribute jobs or favors. Learn more about the word history, synonyms, examples, and related entries of patronage.

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   noun. a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient. synonyms: condescension, disdain. see more.

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   Patronage is the support given to an organization, the power to appoint someone, or the business of customers. Learn more about the meaning, usage, and synonyms of patronage with Cambridge Dictionary.

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   Patronage is the support and money given by someone to a person or a group, such as a charity. It can also mean the power to appoint or grant favors, especially in politics, or a condescending manner or attitude.

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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 is the support or encouragement of a patron, as for an institution or cause, or the power to distribute or appoint people to governmental or political positions. Learn more about the different meanings and uses of patronage from various dictionaries and sources.