patronize
US /ˈpeɪ.trə.naɪz/
UK /ˈpeɪ.trə.naɪz/
动词
1.
摆出高人一等的姿态, 屈尊俯就
to treat someone in a way that seems friendly, but that shows that you think they are not as intelligent or important as you
示例:
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Don't patronize me; I understand perfectly well.
别摆出高人一等的姿态；我完全明白。
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She felt that her boss was always patronizing her.
她觉得她的老板总是对她摆出高人一等的姿态。
2.
光顾, 惠顾, 支持
to be a regular customer of a shop, restaurant, or other business
示例:
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We encourage everyone to patronize local businesses.
我们鼓励大家光顾当地企业。
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Many tourists patronize this charming little cafe.
许多游客光顾这家迷人的小咖啡馆。
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