PATRON One who countenances, supports or protects. Commonly a wretch who supports with insolence, and is paid with flattery. (Samuel Johnson)

PATRON One who countenances, supports or protects. Commonly a wretch who supports with insolence, and is paid with flattery.

Samuel Johnson

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