patron

US /ˈpeɪ.trən/
UK /ˈpeɪ.trən/
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1.

赞助人, 资助者, 保护人

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.
图书馆依赖其赞助人的慷慨支持。
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She is a well-known patron of the arts.
她是著名的艺术赞助人。
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sponsorbenefactorsupporterbackerfinancier
2.

顾客, 主顾, 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.
这家餐厅为忠实顾客提供折扣。
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Many patrons visit the coffee shop every morning.
许多顾客每天早上都会光顾这家咖啡店。
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customerclientguestregular