sponsor
noun
1. someone who supports or champions something
Similar word(s): patron, supporter
Definition categories: person, benefactor, helper
2. an advocate who presents a person (as for an award or a degree or an introduction etc.)
Similar word(s): presenter
Definition categories: person, advocate, advocator, exponent, proponent
Sentences with sponsor as a noun:
- He was my sponsor when I applied to join the club.
- They were my sponsors for immigration.
- My narcotics anonymous sponsor became my best friend when I finally was able to do something about my meth problem.
- And now a word from our sponsor.
verb
1. assume sponsorship of
Similar word(s): patronise, patronize
Definition categories: possession, support
2. assume responsibility for or leadership of
- The senator announced that he would sponsor the health care plan
Definition categories: possession, support
3. do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of