01 n. One who possesses; one who occupies, holds, owns, or controls; one who has actual participation or enjoyment, generally of that which is de…
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One who possesses; one who occupies, holds, owns, or controls; one who has actual participation or enjoyment, generally of that which is desirable; a proprietor.“As if he had been possessor of the whole world.” — Sharp.
Syn.
Owner; proprietor; master; holder; occupant.