The state of being cared for by others.
Maintenance, upkeep.
Worry.
The treatment of those in need (especially as a profession).
Close attention; concern; responsibility.
The object of watchful attention or anxiety.
To mind; to object.
To want, to desire; to like; to be inclined towards.
To be concerned (about), to have an interest (in); to feel concern (about).
(with for) To look after or look out for.
For it to matter to, or make any difference to.
Guardianship, as of a saint; tutelary care.
The act or state of being a customer of some business.
Customers collectively; clientele; business.
A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient; condescension; disdain.
The right of nomination to political office.
Granting favours or giving contracts or making appointments to office in return for political support.
The right of presentation to church or ecclesiastical benefice; advowson.
The act of providing approval and support; backing; championship.
To support by being a patron of.
To be a regular customer or client of; to patronize