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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