patroness

UK
/ˈpeɪtrənɛs/
US
/ˈpeɪtrənɛs/
patronessnoun
patronesses
pl
UK
/ˈpeɪtrənɛs/
US
/ˈpeɪtrənɛs/
Translations
The museum was grateful to the patroness for her generous donation.
Музей был благодарен покровительнице за её щедрое пожертвование.
She was known as the patroness of the arts in her community.
Она была известна как защитница искусств в своём сообществе.
Definitions
A woman who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause.
The museum was able to expand its collection thanks to the generous donations from its patroness.
A female patron saint.
Saint Cecilia is considered the patroness of musicians and is celebrated for her contributions to the arts.