patroness
Americannoun
noun
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a woman who sponsors or aids artists, charities, etc; protector or benefactor
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See patron saint
Gender
See -ess.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of patroness
1375–1425; late Middle English patronesse female patron saint < Old French
Vocabulary lists containing patroness
Example Sentences
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Authorities estimated that over five million faithful visited the Basilica during the days leading up to the annual celebration of the country’s patroness.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 12, 2023
Many stopped to kiss an icon of the patroness of their city, which an employee of the church said had been pulled from the rubble.
From New York Times ● Jul. 25, 2023
She’s been known as the patroness of those with nervous disorders ever since.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2022
On a show like "Ted Lasso," for example, a filthy rich patroness may offer to solve a salaried friend's problems with getting a seat at a favorite restaurant by buying the place.
From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2021
My patroness, too, might hear of him, and not approve.
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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