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apply – v. to ask formally for something
patronage – n. the power to give jobs or provide other help to people as a reward for their support
philanthropist – n. a wealthy person who gives money and time to help make life better for other people
pension – n. an amount of money that a company or the government pays to a person who is old or sick and no longer work
orphanage – n. a place for children without parents
technocrat – n. a scientist or technical expert who has a lot of power in politics or industry
designate - v. to officially give someone or something a particular role or purpose
favor - n. a kind or helpful act that you do for someone
