patronized
US /ˈpeɪ.trə.naɪzd/
UK /ˈpæt.rə.naɪzd/
动词
1.
屈尊俯就, 以恩人自居
to treat someone in a way that seems friendly, but that shows that you think they are not as intelligent or important as you
示例:
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I wish he wouldn't patronize me by explaining things I already understand.
我希望他不要屈尊俯就地向我解释我已经懂的事情。
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The store owner often patronized younger customers, assuming they knew less.
店主经常对年轻顾客摆出高人一等的姿态，认为他们懂得少。
2.
光顾, 惠顾, 支持
to be a regular customer of a shop, restaurant, or other business
示例:
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We always patronize local businesses to support our community.
我们总是光顾当地企业以支持我们的社区。
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Many tourists patronize the small cafe near the museum.
许多游客光顾博物馆附近的小咖啡馆。