Maecenas
Mae·ce·nas
noun \mi-ˈsē-nəs\Definition of MAECENAS
: a generous patron especially of literature or art
Origin of MAECENAS
Latin, from Gaius Maecenas †8 b.c. Roman statesman & patron of literature
First Known Use: 1542
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Related Words: benefactress, patroness; almoner, almsgiver, philanthropist; altruist, bestower, contributor, giver; helper, subscriber, supporter; guardian angel, protector, savior (or saviour)
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