possessor (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /pəˈzɛsər/

Definition

A person who owns or has something.

Examples

• The rightful possessor of the ancient artifact was finally identified after years of searching.

• As the new possessor of the company, she immediately implemented several strategic changes.

• The cat, a proud possessor of a fluffy tail, often paraded it around the house.

How to Use possessor

possessor of (prepositional phrase)

Someone who owns or has a specific item or quality. — "He was the proud possessor of a rare first-edition book."

Synonyms of possessor

Words with a similar meaning to possessor:

• owner
• holder
• proprietor
• custodian

Antonyms of possessor

Words with the opposite meaning to possessor:

• loser
• giver
• dispossessor

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