patron

US /ˈpeɪ.trən/
UK /ˈpeɪ.trən/
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1.

贊助人, 資助者, 保護人

a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, cause, or activity

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The library relies on the generous support of its patrons.
圖書館依賴其贊助人的慷慨支持。
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She is a well-known patron of the arts.
她是著名的藝術贊助人。
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sponsorbenefactorsupporterbackerfinancier
2.

顧客, 主顧, 常客

a customer, especially a regular one, of a store, restaurant, or hotel

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The restaurant offers a discount to its loyal patrons.
這家餐廳為忠實顧客提供折扣。
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Many patrons visit the coffee shop every morning.
許多顧客每天早上都會光顧這家咖啡店。
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customerclientguestregular