clientele
UK/.kli:ɒn'tel/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
The customers or clients of a business considered collectively
（统称）顾客群，客户群
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedclientlean, incline, slope
+
-eleperforming, being in a state
=clientele
From French clientèle, a collective form of client — all of a business's clients taken together.
Example Sentences
- 1.
The boutique attracts a wealthy, fashion-conscious clientele.
- 2.
The bar built up a loyal clientele over the years.