postholder1
/ˈpəʊstˌhəʊldə/noun
In Dutch colonial administration: a civil official in charge of a trading settlement or post. Now historical.
Origin
Early 19th century; earliest use found in Anne Plumptre (1760–1818), writer and translator. From post + holder, ultimately after Dutch posthouder.
postholder2
/ˈpəʊstˌhəʊldə/noun
A person who occupies a post; one holding a particular job, office, etc.
Origin
1960s. From post + holder.