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patroon.

patron saint

7 characters2 syllables approx.Nederlands language

Meaning & usage

noun/paːˈtroːn/
  1. patron saint

    feminine · masculine
  2. patron, protector, Maecenas

    feminine · masculine
  3. boss, employer

    feminine · masculine
Where this word comes from

From Middle Dutch patroon, from Medieval Latin patrōnus.

noun/paːˈtroːn/
  1. pattern, model

    neuter
Where this word comes from

From Middle Dutch patroon, from Old French patron (“model”), from Latin patrōnus.

noun/paːˈtroːn/
  1. cartridge (ammo for a firearm)

    feminine
Where this word comes from

From German Patrone, ultimately from Latin patrōnus.

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