ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Holder

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈhəʊldə/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Holder is a noun meaning A thing that holds.

Meaning

A thing that holds.

More Meanings

  1. A person who temporarily or permanently possesses something.
  2. (nautical) One who is employed in the hold of a vessel.
  3. (sports) The defending champion.

Example Sentences

Put your umbrella in the umbrella holder.
He's been an account holder with us since 2004.
A request for a nonreviewable ruling must be submitted by an issuer or holder.
In 2012, there were 28 living holders of the Victoria Cross or the George Cross.

Word Forms

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Related dictionary entries include support, stand, stay, keeper, retention, supported.

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