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patronize verb

  /ˈpeɪtɹənaɪz/ , /ˈpætɹənaɪz/
  • (transitive) To assume a tone of unjustified superiority toward; to talk down to, to treat condescendingly.
 betuttelen, denigreren

patron noun

  /ˈpeɪ.tɹən/
  • An influential, wealthy person who supported an artist, craftsman, a scholar or a noble.
 mecenas
  • One who protects or supports; a defender or advocate.
 beschermheilige, schutspatroon
bouwheer
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