Pronunciation: /ˈpeɪtrən/
noun a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, cause, or activity
A1 The patron at the restaurant left a generous tip for the waiter.
A2 The library patron returned the books on time.
B1 The museum patron donated a significant amount of money to support the arts.
B2 The patron of the art gallery was impressed by the new exhibit.
C1 The wealthy patron funded the construction of a new community center.
C2 The patron of the opera house is known for their philanthropy in the arts.
adjective relating to or characteristic of a patron, especially a customer of a store, restaurant, or theater
A1 The patron saint of lost causes is Saint Jude.
A2 The restaurant has a patron menu for regular customers.
B1 The library offers a patron card for borrowing books.
B2 She is a patron of the arts, supporting local artists and galleries.
C1 The company's patron sponsor is a well-known philanthropist.
C2 As a patron member, he receives exclusive benefits and discounts at the club.
formal The museum relies on the generous donations of its patrons to fund new exhibitions.
informal The local bookstore's patrons always enjoy browsing through the selection of books.
slang The club's top patron always knows how to throw the best parties.
figurative As a writer, I consider words to be my patrons, guiding me through the creative process.
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