1. (Rom. Antiq.)
Defn: A citizen who put himself under the protection of a man of distinction and influence, who was called his patron.
2. A dependent; one under the protection of another. I do think they are your friends and clients, And fearful to disturb you. B. Jonson.
3. (Law)
Defn: One who consults a legal adviser, or submits his cause to his management.
CLIENTAGE
Cli"ent*age, n.
1. State of being client.
2. A body of clients. E. Everett.
CLIENTAL
Cli*en"tal, a.
Defn: Of or pertaining to a client.
A dependent and cliental relation. Burke.
I sat down in the cliental chair. Dickens.