n. Absolute seignory or possession; the act of investing with such possession. [ R. ] Cotgrave. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. t.
n. The act of patronizing; patronage; support. [ R. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
v. t.
The idea has been patronized by two States only. A. Hamilton. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who patronizes. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. Showing condescending favor; assuming the manner of airs of a superior toward another. --
v. t. [ Trans- + patronize. ] To transfer the patronage of. [ Obs. ] Warner. [ 1913 Webster ]