Noun > Patron

Noun > Patron

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1 : a person who gives money and support to an artist, organization, etc.

She is a well-known patron of the arts.

a patron of musicians/poets

2 somewhat formal : a person who buys the goods or uses the services of a business, library, etc.

A number of patrons (=customers ) were waiting for tables at the restaurant.

library patrons