cardholder

American  

[kahrd-hohl-der] / ˈkɑrdˌhoʊl dər /

noun

1. a registered member of an organization, especially of a union or a political party, who has been issued a card in evidence of membership.

2. a person who has a library card.

3. a person to whom a credit card or bank card is issued.

4. (on a typewriter) either of a pair of devices able to be raised to hold stiff objects, as envelopes or cards, card, in place for typing.

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cardholder British  

/ ˈkɑːdˌhəʊldə /

noun

1. a person who owns a credit or debit card

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Etymology

Origin of cardholder

First recorded in 1650–60; card ¹ + holder

Example Sentences

Citi apologized for the inconvenience caused to verified cardholders, saying it was focused on improving customer service and fighting against the “growing threat of bad actors” the industry is facing.

From The Wall Street Journal

Sign-up bonuses are only awarded after a new cardholder spends a certain amount within a specified time frame, typically three to six months after opening the account.

From MarketWatch

These usually let cardholders explore their perks and more easily see when they expire.

From The Wall Street Journal

About half of credit cardholders use their cards “for rewards and convenience,” while almost half are carrying expensive debt, Ted Rossman, senior industry analyst at Bankrate, wrote recently.

From Barron's

But the tiny slice of places that don’t could present unexpected hassles for cardholders, especially for those who tend to frequent smaller shops.

From The Wall Street Journal