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holder

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈhoʊɫdɝ// UK //hˈəʊldɐ// hold·er

n. a person who has or owns something, or a device that keeps an object in place. You use this for people who win trophies or for things like a cup holder in a car.

n. a person who possesses or maintains a specific status, title, or physical object; alternatively, a device designed to secure or support another item.


SIMPLE

He is the current record holder for the marathon.

CONTEXTUAL

The passport holder must sign the final page to make the document valid for international travel.

COMPLEX

While the primary title holder retained his position, the committee noted that several technical violations could lead to a formal challenge of the results in the upcoming season.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used in compound nouns like 'ticket holder', 'record holder', or 'cup holder'.

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