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patroness

[pay-truh-nis] / ˈpeɪ trə nɪs /
NOUN
godmother
Synonyms
STRONG


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Many stopped to kiss an icon of the patroness of their city, which an employee of the church said had been pulled from the rubble.

From New York Times ● Jul. 25, 2023

She’s been known as the patroness of those with nervous disorders ever since.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2022

On a show like "Ted Lasso," for example, a filthy rich patroness may offer to solve a salaried friend's problems with getting a seat at a favorite restaurant by buying the place.

From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2021

During performances of the latter at the cathedral, Ranjel turns to face a painting of the Virgin of Guadalupe, patroness of Mexico and the Americas, and intones the Latin version of the lyrics.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 21, 2021

“Hannah left it on the kitchen table a minute, and the kittens got at it. I’m very sorry, Amy,” added Beth, who was still a patroness of cats.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott


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