recordholder
nounUK /ˈrekɔːdˌhəʊldə/
US /ˈrekərdˌhoʊldər/
A recordholder is a person who has done something better or faster than anyone else.
She is the world recordholder for the fastest mile run.
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2. The person or team currently listed as having the best official result in a sport or activity.
The recordholder will defend the title at next year's games.
3. A person who keeps or maintains official records or documents.
The clerk served as the recordholder for all the town's land deeds.
4. A company or organization that holds the official documentation for something, such as a patent.
The recordholder of the patent licensed it to several manufacturers.