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Definitions for patroness
ˈpeɪ trə nɪspa·troness
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Princeton's WordNet
patroness, patronnenoun
a woman who is a patron or the wife of a patron
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patronessnoun
A female patron.
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Patronessnoun
Etymology: feminine of patron; patrona, Lat.
Of close escapes the aged patroness,
Blacker than earst, her sable mantle spred,
When with two trusty maids in great distress,
Both from mine uncle and my realm I fled. Edward Fairfax.All things should be guided by her direction, as the sovereign patroness and protectress of the enterprise. Francis Bacon.
Befriend me night, best patroness of grief,
Over the pole thy thickest mantle throw. John Milton.He petitioned his patroness, who gave him for answer, that providence had assigned every bird its proportion. Roger L'Estrange.
It was taken into the protection of my patronesses at court. Jonathan Swift.
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patroness
A patroness is a female who gives support, encouragement, or financial sponsorship to a particular person, organization, cause, or activity. This term can be used in various contexts such as arts, charities, or clubs.
Webster Dictionary
Patronessnoun
a female patron or helper
Etymology: [Cf. F. patronnesse.]
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of patroness in Chaldean Numerology is: 2
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of patroness in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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