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patronless

/ˈpeɪ.trən.ləs/

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adjective

formalcommonobsolete/ˈpeɪ.trən.ləs/

An obsolete adjective meaning lacking a patron or protector; without support or sponsorship.

  • 🇷🇺Устаревшее прилагательное, означающее отсутствие покровителя или защитника; без поддержки или спонсорства.
  1. Having few clients or supporters C1 formal

    Describes a business, artist, or professional who lacks a steady base of customers, clients, or patrons.

    • The small gallery remained patronless for months after the exhibition ended.
    • A patronless artist often struggles to make a living from their work.
    • The café was nearly patronless during the weekday afternoons.

    🇷🇺Имеющий мало клиентов или сторонников

    Synonyms: neglectedunbackedunfrequentedunpatronizedunsupported

    Antonyms: establishedpatronizedpopularsuccessfulsupported

  • more patronless comparative form
  • most patronless superlative form