holder

[hohl-der]

noun

1. something that holds hold or secures.

   a pencil holder.

2. a person who has the ownership, possession, or use of something; owner; tenant.

3. Law.,  a person who has the legal right to enforce a negotiable instrument.

holder

/ ˈhəʊldə /

noun

1. a person or thing that holds

2. 1. a person, such as an owner, who has possession or control of something

   2. ( in combination )

      householder

3. law a person who has possession of a bill of exchange, cheque, or promissory note that he is legally entitled to enforce

Other Word Forms

• holdership noun
• preholder noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of holder¹

First recorded in 1300–50, holder is from the Middle English word haldere. See hold ¹, -er ¹

Example Sentences

ICE said one of those detained was a Mexican citizen and green card holder with a lengthy rap sheet.

From BBC

It’s the largest settlement known for a copyright case, signaling to other tech companies facing copyright infringement allegations that they might have to pay rights holders eventually as well.

From Los Angeles Times

Additional adult members and any former invitees who don’t live with the account holder will need their own Prime membership.

From Los Angeles Times

During the action, members of the public with tickets to Prime Minister's Questions will be unable to enter the building and Parliamentary pass holders will not be allowed to bring guests on to the estate.

From BBC

"We have team captains, Premier League title holders, Champions League winners, FA Cup winners," she said.

From BBC

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