pa·tron 
/ˈpeɪtrən/ noun
plural pa·trons /ˈpeɪtrən/ noun [count] 1 : a person who gives money and support to an artist, organization, etc.
▪ She is a well-known patron of the arts. ▪ a patron of musicians/poets 2 somewhat formal : a person who buys the goods or uses the services of a business, library, etc.
▪ A number of patrons [=customers] were waiting for tables at the restaurant. ▪ library patrons
▪ She is a well-known patron of the arts. ▪ a patron of musicians/poets
▪ A number of patrons [=customers] were waiting for tables at the restaurant. ▪ library patrons
