noun Download 🔗Share A patron; a protector. Examples : "The wealthy businessman acted as the padrone, donating generously to the local school to ensure its future. " person job business society Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The master of a small coaster in the Mediterranean. Examples : "The padrone steered his small coaster into the bustling port, expertly navigating between the larger ships. " nautical job person Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A man who imports, and controls the earnings of, Italian labourers, street musicians, child beggars, etc. Examples : "The police arrested the padrone for exploiting the young boys he brought over from Italy to work as street performers. " person job business economy society history inhuman work Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading