CEFR B2

holder

noun

Meaning

A device or container that is used to keep something in a particular place or position.

Examples

She used a toothbrush holder to keep her pen organized on her desk.
The car's cup holder was too small for the large water bottle.

Synonyms: container, receptacle, support, stand

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holder (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhoʊldər/

Definition

A device or container that is used to keep something in a particular place or position.

Examples

She used a toothbrush holder to keep her pen organized on her desk.
The car's cup holder was too small for the large water bottle.
He bought a phone holder for his car dashboard.

How to Use holder

holder of (prepositional phrase): Someone or something that possesses or has been awarded a specific title, position, or record. — "The holder of the patent is seeking to enforce their rights."
in possession of (prepositional phrase): Having or owning something. — "The police found the stolen goods in possession of the suspect."

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