Pos*sess"or (?), n. [L.: cf. F. possesseur.]
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.
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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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