Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
official-sponsor
noun
/əˈfɪʃl ˈspɒnsər/

Definition
An official sponsor is an individual or organization that provides financial or other support to an event, entity, or individual, usually in exchange for promotional benefits or recognition.

Examples
- The company was the official sponsor of the annual music festival.
- As an official sponsor, they received advertising space on the event’s materials.
- The sports team proudly announced their official sponsor during the press conference.

Meaning
The term refers to a recognized supporter of a specific event, often a business or brand that has entered a formal agreement to sponsor it.

Synonyms
- supporter
- backer
- patron
- benefactor