holder

noun
UK: /ˈhəʊl.də(r)/
US: /ˈhoʊl.dɚ/

  1. Someone who owns or controls something.

    1. She is a ticket holder for tonight's show.
    2. The company is a major holder of government bonds, providing financial stability.

  2. A container or device that holds something.

    1. I need a cup holder for my car.
    2. This phone holder attaches easily to the dashboard, allowing for hands-free navigation.

Synonyms

owner receptacle container
holder plural-noun

  1. A person or thing that holds something, especially something of value or importance.

    1. The holder of the key opened the door.
    2. As a card holder, you are entitled to special discounts on travel packages.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "holder" in English means: Someone who owns or controls something., A container or device that holds something..

The phonetic transcription of "holder" is /ˈhəʊl.də(r)/ in British English and /ˈhoʊl.dɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "holder": owner, receptacle, container.

Example usage of "holder": "She is a ticket holder for tonight's show.". More examples on the page.