patron

Meanings

• noun

  A person who supports or sponsors a person, organization, or cause.

  - "The museum relies on patrons to fund its exhibitions."
  - "She became a patron of the arts after retiring."

• noun

  A protector or supporter.

  - "The goddess Athena is the patron of wisdom."
  - "He served as the patron of a local theater group."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpeɪ.tɹən/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with patron
aton , baton , chateau , don , jon , patio , statue

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Variants

List of all variants of patron that leads to same result
patron , patronal , patrons , patron saint , patron saints

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Etymology

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From Latin patronus, meaning 'supporter, protector'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'patron' is also used in the context of libraries and academic institutions.

2. The term 'patron' has been used in the context of the Catholic Church since the Middle Ages.

3. The term 'patron' is derived from the Latin word 'patronus', which means 'protector' or 'guardian'.

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Related Concepts

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1. patronage: The financial or other support given by an individual or organization to a person, organization, or cause.

2. patron saint: A saint who is believed to protect or intercede for a particular person or group.

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Culture

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The term 'patron' has been used extensively in literature, art, and music. In literature, patrons have been portrayed as benefactors who support artists and writers. In art, patrons have commissioned works and have been depicted in various forms, such as in religious art as protectors or in secular art as wealthy patrons. In music, patrons have sponsored composers and have been commemorated in compositions.

How to Memorize "patron"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person writing a check to support a cause or an artist creating a work. Visualize the word 'patron' as someone who provides support and protection.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'patron' with the idea of support or protection. Think of a protector or supporter when you hear the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that a 'patron' is someone who 'pays it on' or 'pays it forward' by providing support and protection.

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