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what does patronage mean

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the financial support or business provided to a store, hotel, or the like, by customers, clients, or paying guests. patrons collectively; clientele. the power of public officials to make appointments to government jobs or grant other favors to their supporters. the distribution of such jobs or favors. the jobs or favors so distributed. Category: Government a condescending manner or attitude in granting favors, in dealing with people, etc.; condescension. the encouragement or support of a patron, as toward an artist or institution.

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