patron
pat·ron
noun
1.
2.
the proprietor of an inn
Origin
From Middle English patroun, patrone, from Old French patron, from Latin patrōnus, derived from pater (“father”). Doublet of padrone, Patronus, patroon, and pattern.
Phrases
- patron saint
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Broader terms
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