patron
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3.5
- noun
- /ˈpeɪtrən/
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- He is known as a patron of the arts, funding numerous theater productions each year.
- patron-client relations
- rich patrons
- patrons of the arts
And he's a massive patron of the Arts and Sciences.
- And he's a massive patron of the Arts and Sciences.
- He was a brilliant horseman and patron of the arts, and a keen chess player.
- And they had patrons who paid their bills so that they would produce.
- As always, I want to kick things off and say thank you to all the patrons who've given us a tremendous amount of support.
- Hi, I'm Shy, I live in the UK and I'm a patron subscriber.
- Yeah, you could say you could call him like he's the he's a patron of him.
Examples
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I am Miles Charles Bailey, the largest single patron of this hospital.
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Well, it's good for an artist to have a patron, isn't it?
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- He's a patron of the arts.
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And they had patrons who paid their bills so that they would produce.
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All we need is for a wealthy and discerning patron to take the bait.
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Columbus presented the log of his first voyage to his patron, Queen Isabella.
Fiction book (1999) -
Our patron donor behind this landmark concert hall renovation is a third generation Clevelander and a self-made shipping magnate who has made his family's name synonymous with community service.
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As a prominent philanthropist, she has become a major patron of several local charities.
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The museum relies on the generous support of its patrons to fund new exhibitions.
Synonyms
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1.0
A person who backs a team or a cause
309
2.7
A person or organization that gives money to help events and people
230
3.0
A person who gives money or things to help a charity
74
3.2
A person who gives money to a charity or project
73
3.0
Someone, company or group who gives money to help a project
46
4.6
A person who gives money or help to others
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3.2
A person who supports and promotes a team, player, or cause
30
7.0
A person who gives money to help people or charities
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3.7
A person or group that gives money to support a project
3
7.8
A woman who gives money or help to charities and artists and sometimes the wife of a male supporter
A woman who is the boss of a small business like a restaurant or hotel
A man who protects and helps people who depend on him in ancient Rome
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Etymology
Patron comes from the Latin patronus, from pater meaning 'father', and long ago a patron was a protector or helper. That's why a patron today often means someone who gives money or support to artists, groups, or causes.