Possessor

/pəˈzesər/

noun

Someone who has something or owns it.

As the possessor of a large fortune, he was able to live a life of luxury.

Definition 1 of 1

Pro Tip 1/3

Use 'possessor' to indicate that someone legally owns an item or property.

The possessor of the document was called to testify.

Pro Tip 2/3

'Possessor' refers to having something at the present time and doesn't imply permanent ownership.

He is the current possessor of the championship title.

Pro Tip 3/3

'Possessor' is suitable when discussing objects that can be given or transferred to others.

As the possessor of the rare coin, she could sell it.

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