Definition of patronising Patronising
/pˈætɹənˌaɪzɪŋ/ - pa•tron•is•ing
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British English
patronising - /pˈætɹənˌaɪzɪŋ/
American English
patronizing - /pejˈtɹʌnajˌzɪŋ/
What does patronising mean?
WordNet
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| patronising - (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension | ||
| arch, condescending, patronizing | ||
| superior (often followed by `to') above being affected or influenced by; "he is superior to fear"; "an ignited firework proceeds superior to circumstances until its blazing vitality fades" | ||
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Wiktionary 
- patronising (Verb)
Present participle of patronise.
