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sponsor

Definition

  • noun: a person or organization that pays the cost of an activity or event (such as a radio or television program, sports event, concert, etc.) in return for the right to advertise during the activity or event
  • noun: one who presents a candidate for baptism or confirmation and undertakes responsibility for the person's religious education or spiritual welfare
  • verb: to be a sponsor for (something or someone)
  • verb: to be or stand sponsor for
  • sometimes used in combination
  • synonyms: surety, godparent, godfather

Examples

  • She was my 'sponsor' at my confirmation. [=she helped to prepare me for my confirmation]

  • He agreed to be my 'sponsor' so that I could join the club.

  • The tournament is 'sponsored' by local businesses.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) my kids. Not a lot of money in driving cabs. - Or serial killing. - You'd be surprised. Surprise me. - I have a sponsor. - You have a what? For every life I take, money goes to my kids. The more I kill... the better off they'll be. You see? It's nicer than you think. Who'd sponsor a serial killer? Who'd be a fan of Sherlock Holmes? You're not the only one to enjoy a good murder. There's others out there just like you, except you're just a man. (..)
    2010 TvShow: Sherlock Title: A Study in Pink Season: 1 Episode 1