possessor

Pos*sess"or, n. Etym: [L.: cf. F. possesseur.] Defn: 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. "Possessors of eternal glory." Law. As if he had been possessor of the whole world. Sharp. Syn. -- Owner; proprietor; master; holder; occupant.

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