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patronage

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of patronage

1 the financial support and general guidance for an undertaking

a symphony orchestra that had long relied upon the patronage of the city's moneyed old guard

Synonyms of patronage

aegis (also egis), auspice, backing, sponsorship

Words Related to patronage

bankrolling, endowment, financing, funding, subsidy

encouragement, fosterage

aid, assistance, help

2 transactions or economic support provided by customers

he refuses to give his patronage to any corporation that is not socially conscious

Synonyms of patronage

business, custom

Words Related to patronage

marketplace, trade, traffic

affairs, dealings, horse-trading

merchandising, retailing, wholesaling

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