patroness

Word parts

patron + -ess

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈpeɪtrənɪs/ or /ˌpeɪtrəˈnɛs/

Noun

Singular patroness

Plural patronesses

1. (countable) A patroness is a woman that supports or provides money for an activity or person, also known as a female patron.