Placeholder (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun
  1. something that marks or temporarily fills a place (often used attributively): I couldn’t find my bookmark, so I put a coaster in my book as a placeholder.We’re using placeholder art in this mock-up of the ad layout.
  2. a symbol in an expression that may be replaced by the name of any element of the set.
  3. a person who holds a government office, especially one appointed to the position in return for political support or favors.
Placeholder (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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