cardholder

noun

card·​hold·​er ˈkärd-ˌhōl-dər How to pronounce cardholder (audio)
: one who possesses a card and especially a credit card

Examples of cardholder in a Sentence

Cardholders are required to make a minimum payment each month.
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In a year-long private beta, Malik said, cardholders enrolled in a rewards program spent about 25% more than those without one. — Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 15 June 2026 Ahead of the public opening, Rodrigo surprised a small group of AMEX cardholders and select fans. — Katie Simons, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026 Collection efforts may continue during probate If no one makes payments after the cardholder's death, creditors may continue contacting the estate's representative to seek payment. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 22 June 2026 According to the Arkansas Department of Health, as of June 6 there were 115,081 active medical marijuana cardholders in the state. — Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cardholder

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cardholder was in 1600

Rhymes for cardholder

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“Cardholder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cardholder. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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