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Webster 1913 Edition


Patronizing

Pa′tron-iˊzing

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Adj.
Showing condescending favor; assuming the manner of airs of a superior toward another.
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Pat′ron-iˊzing-ly
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adv.
Thackeray.

Webster 1828 Edition


Patronizing

PAT'RONIZING

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ppr.
Defending; supporting; favoring; promoting.