holder
Americannoun
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something that holds or secures.
a pencil holder.
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a person who has the ownership, possession, or use of something; owner; tenant.
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Law. a person who has the legal right to enforce a negotiable instrument.
noun
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a person or thing that holds
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a person, such as an owner, who has possession or control of something
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( in combination )
householder
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law a person who has possession of a bill of exchange, cheque, or promissory note that he is legally entitled to enforce
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Etymology
Origin of holder
First recorded in 1300–50, holder is from the Middle English word haldere. See hold 1, -er 1
Example Sentences
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Gemma said she was initially scared of what would happen if she reported Holder to the police, due to his "prevalence within the industry".
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
Due to her right to anonymity, Gemma's working relationship with Holder was unable to previously be reported.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
She said Holder initially fell asleep on her bed, but woke up and began beckoning Gemma, who was trying to sleep in the lounge.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
Towards the end of the night, a friend called Gemma a taxi, while another cab was called for Holder.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
Melba made the cover of Jet magazine, a really big deal in the black community, and at least once was in a dance program with Geoffrey Holder.
From "Bad Boy" by Walter Dean Myers
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