Meaning of the word "office holder" in English

What does "office holder" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

office holder

US /ˈɔfɪs ˌhoʊldər/
UK /ˈɒfɪs ˌhəʊldər/

Noun

a person who holds a public office or a position of authority, especially in government or an organization

Example:
Every office holder must adhere to the code of conduct.
The new office holder promised to bring transparency to the department.