holder

noun4

1. •
   A thing that holds.

   • Put your umbrella in the umbrella holder.
2. •
   A person who temporarily or permanently possesses something.

   • He's been an account holder with us since 2004.
   • In 2012, there were 28 living holders of the Victoria Cross or the George Cross.
3. •
   The defending champion.
4. •
   One who is employed in the hold of a vessel.