patronage

/pˈætɹənɪd‍ʒ/

/ˈpætɹənɪdʒ/, /ˈpeɪtɹənədʒ/, /ˈpeɪtɹənɪdʒ/

Patronage

the support that someone gives a restaurant, store, etc. by using or buying its services or goods

synonyms : business

the act of providing approval and support

synonyms : backing

(politics) granting favors or giving contracts or making appointments to office in return for political support

the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers

synonyms : trade

a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient

to patronage

MAIN VERB

be a regular customer or client of

synonyms : keep going

support by being a patron of

Examples

1. Even libraries are reporting higher patronage.

2. This is patronage.

3. He commanded the patronage of nobles, priests, and citizens.

4. And it relies on patronage.