non-possessor
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/nɑn-pəˈzɛsər/
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/nɒn-pəˈzɛsə/
(possessor)
one who owns
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-possessor' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'possessor' from Latin 'possessor', where 'possidere' meant 'to have or hold'.
Historical Evolution
'possessor' changed from the Latin word 'possessor' and eventually became the modern English word 'possessor'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who possesses', but with the prefix 'non-', it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who does not possess'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or entity that does not own or possess something.
The non-possessor of the property had no legal rights to make changes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45