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Definition
treat in a manner that demonstrates a sense of superiority, but is supposed to seem kind
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the actions of a patron (to support someone or something; or to be a customer)
or:
the actions of a patron (to support someone or something; or to be a customer)
- If the heroine of one novel be not patronized by the heroine of another, from whom can she expect protection and regard?Chapter 5 (67% in)
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