PATRONAGE


Meaning of PATRONAGE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈpætrənɪdʒ ]

n. 1 the support, promotion, or encouragement given by a patron. 2 a patronizing or condescending manner. 3 Rom. Antiq. the rights and duties or position of a patron. 4 Brit. the right of presenting a member of the clergy to a benefice etc. 5 a customer's support for a shop etc. [ME f. OF (as PATRON)]

English main colloquial, spoken dictionary.      Английский основной разговорный словарь.