What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
owner
Example
The owner of the company decided to sell it to a larger corporation. [owner: noun]
Example
She is the owner of a beautiful house in the countryside. [owner: noun]
holder
Example
He is the holder of the winning lottery ticket. [holder: noun]
Example
She is the holder of a valid passport. [holder: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Owner is more commonly used than holder in everyday language. Owner is a versatile word that covers a wide range of contexts, while holder is more specific and limited to certain contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between owner and holder?
Both owner and holder are neutral words that can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
