patron
/ˈpeɪ.tɹən/
PEꞮ · tɹən (2 syllables)
English
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Definition
One who protects or supports; a defender or advocate.
Etymology
From Middle English patroun, patrone, from Old French patron, from Latin patrōnus, derived from pater (“father”). Doublet of padrone, Patronus, patroon, and pattern.
Example Sentences
- "patron of my life and liberty"
- "the patron of true holiness"
- "Let him who works the client wrong beware the patron’s ire!"
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