patron (EN)
zelfstandig naamwoord

zelfstandig naamwoord “patron”

sg. patron, pl. patrons
  1. beschermheilige (voor de religieuze of spirituele betekenis) / beschermheer (voor de meer algemene betekenis van ondersteuning en verdediging)
    Saint Christopher is considered the patron saint of travelers, offering them protection on their journeys.
  2. mecenas
    The local museum flourished thanks to the generosity of its patrons, who funded new exhibits and renovations.
  3. klant
    As a regular patron of the café, Sarah knew all the baristas by name.