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patronage
UK
/ˈpætrənɪdʒ/
US
/ˈpeɪtrənɪdʒ/
Translations
patronages
pl
The museum relies on the patronage of local businesses to fund its exhibitions.
Музей полагается на патронаж местных предприятий для финансирования своих выставок.
The restaurant's patronage has increased significantly since the renovation.
Клиентура ресторана значительно увеличилась после ремонта.
The artist's career flourished under the patronage of a wealthy benefactor.
Карьера художника процветала под покровительством богатого благотворителя.
Additional translations
patronaged
Past Simple
patronaged
Past Participle
patronaging
Gerund
Archaic or rare verb meaning "to act as a patron to".
UK
/ˈpætrənɪdʒ/
US
/ˈpeɪtrənɪdʒ/
Used attributively to modify another noun (e.g., "patronage jobs").
Definitions
The museum relies heavily on the patronage of local businesses to fund its exhibitions.
The mayor's patronage allowed him to appoint his allies to key positions within the city government.
The coffee shop's patronage increased significantly after it introduced a new loyalty program.
St. Catherine's patronage of young women is celebrated throughout the region.
During the Renaissance, wealthy nobles patronaged aspiring artists.
Patronage appointments were common in the old political machine.