CEFR B1

holders

noun

Meaning

People or things that possess or own something, or that have won a competition or title and are currently in that position.

The defending champions are the current title holders.
The company is a major shareholder and one of the largest holders of its own stock.

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhoʊldərz/

People or things that possess or own something, or that have won a competition or title and are currently in that position.

The defending champions are the current title holders.
The company is a major shareholder and one of the largest holders of its own stock.
The museum has a collection of ancient artifacts, with many of them being holders of historical significance.

title holders (collocation): The people or team currently holding a championship or award. — "The team are the reigning title holders for the third year in a row."
shareholders (collocation): Individuals or entities that own shares in a company. — "Shareholders voted on the proposed merger."
debt holders (collocation): Those who are owed money by a borrower. — "The government is working to reassure debt holders about its financial stability."