padroeiro
nounmasculine/pɐðɾuˈɐjɾu/medium
pa·dro·ei·ro
Definition
Saint to whom a church, diocese, city, country, or profession is dedicated, considered its heavenly protector.
Saint George is the patron saint of the city of Lisbon.
Fishermen celebrate their patron saint, Saint Peter, in June.
Etymology
Do latim 'patronus' (protetor, defensor).