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n. - A person who owns or has something.

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  • The mind is a dangerous weapon, even to the possessor, if he knows not discreetly how to use it.
  • The only good of worldly riches to the possessor is the beholding them with the eyes.
  • The charm which true politeness sheds over its possessor, is not easily described; yet it is felt by every one, and invariably responded to by the best feelings of their...
  • Said certificate not entitling possessor to Citizenship.
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