Associations to the word «Padrone»

Wiktionary

PADRONE, noun. A patron; a protector.
PADRONE, noun. The master of a small coaster in the Mediterranean.
PADRONE, noun. A man who imports, and controls the earnings of, Italian labourers, street musicians, etc.

Dictionary definition

PADRONE, noun. An owner or proprietor of an inn in Italy.
PADRONE, noun. An employer who exploits Italian immigrants in the U.S..

Wise words

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