Index of English words, starting with "pa"

(1) - Patroness (n.) A female patron or helper.

(1) - Patronize (v. t.) To assume the air of a patron, or of a superior and protector, toward; -- used in an unfavorable sense; as, to patronize one's equals.
(2) - Patronize (v. t.) To trade with customarily; to frequent as a customer.
(3) - Patronize (v. t.) To act as patron toward; to support; to countenance; to favor; to aid.

(1) - Patronizer (n.) One who patronizes.

(1) - Patronizing (a.) Showing condescending favor; assuming the manner of airs of a superior toward another.
(2) - Patronizing (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Patronize