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    Holder

    /ˈhoʊldər/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A person or thing that holds something.
    The document holder kept the important papers organized and easy to access.
    A device used for holding or containing something.
    She bought a cup holder to keep her beverages secure in the car.
    One who has possession or control of something.
    The current holder of the championship title will defend it next month.
    A piece of equipment designed to support something, often used in contexts like photography or art.
    The camera holder stabilized the device for clearer shots.
    A person who has a particular position or title.
    As the holder of the office, he had significant responsibilities.

    Etymology

    Middle English: from hold + -er.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cardholder
    A person who possesses a credit or debit card.
    shareholder
    An individual or institution that owns shares in a company.
    title holder
    A person who holds a title, especially in sports.

    Related Words

    maintainer
    A person responsible for taking care of something.
    bearer
    A person who carries or holds something.
    possessor
    A person who possesses something.

    Slang Meanings

    One who has a responsibility for something.
    He's the holder of the group's budget.
    In online gaming, refers to a player who holds an important item.
    He's the rare item holder in our team.