patronage — meaning in English

English meaning

• auspice noun Patronage or protection.
• patronage noun Financial or other support given by a patron.

Senses

patronage is used for these senses in English:

• auspice (chiefly, in the plural) Patronage or protection.
• patronage The act of providing approval and support; backing; championship.

auspice — full definition

1. noun Patronage or protection.
2. noun An omen or a sign.
3. noun Divination from the actions of birds.

patronage — full definition

1. noun Financial or other support given by a patron.
2. noun The customers of a business, considered as a group.
3. noun The practice of giving jobs or favors to supporters in return for political backing.

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