non-holder
|non-hold-er|
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/nɑn ˈhoʊldər/
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/nɒn ˈhəʊldə/
(holder)
something that holds
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-holder' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'holder' from Old English 'healdan' meaning 'to hold'.
Historical Evolution
'holder' changed from Old English 'healdan' to the modern English word 'holder'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'holder' meant 'one who holds or possesses something', and 'non-holder' evolved to mean 'one who does not hold or possess something'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or entity that does not possess or own a particular item, right, or title.
The non-holder of the ticket was not allowed entry.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45