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Synonyms
pa·tron·ize (pā́trə-nīź, păt́rə-)

transitive verb: -ized, -iz·ing, -iz·es. 

  1. To act as a patron to; support or sponsor.
  2. To go to as a customer, especially on a regular basis.
  3. To treat in a condescending manner.

derivatives

pátron·i·zátion
noun
pátron·iźing·ly
adverb