All 4 Uses

patronize
in
Howards End
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Now he gave her a long account of the day-school that he sometimes patronised.†
Part 10

unconventional spelling: This is the British spelling. Americans spell it patronized.
The patronising tone, thought Margaret, came well enough from a man who was old enough to be their father.†
Part 15 *

unconventional spelling: This is the British spelling. Americans spell it patronizing.
Her voice was gruffer, her manner more downright, and she was inclined to patronise the more foolish virgin.†
Part 17

unconventional spelling: This is the British spelling. Americans spell it patronize.
Still chattering, still thanking their host and patronising their future hostess, the guests were borne away.†
Part 26

unconventional spelling: This is the British spelling. Americans spell it patronizing.

Definitions:

(1) (patronize as in: Don't patronize me.)
treat in a manner that demonstrates a sense of superiority, but is supposed to seem kind
(2) (patronize as in: patronize the store)
to be a customer of, or to support (as a patron)
(3) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)