Vocabulary Entry

patronage

|noun • verb

noun

The support or influence given by a patron.

Example Sentences

"The artist gained recognition through the patronage of a wealthy collector."

"Local businesses thrive on the patronage of their community members."

"The museum relies on patronage to fund its exhibitions and programs."

verb

Example Sentences

"She decided to patronage local artists by buying their work."

"The foundation aims to patronage educational initiatives around the world."

"They hope to patronage innovative entrepreneurs in the tech sector."