policyholder

[ pol-uh-see-hohl-der ]

noun

1. the individual or firm in whose name an insurance policy is written; an insured.

policyholder

/ ˈpɒlɪsɪˌhəʊldə /

noun

1. a person or organization in whose name an insurance policy is registered

Word History and Origins

Origin of policyholder¹

An Americanism dating back to 1850–55; policy ² + holder

Example Sentences

Called the Sustainable Insurance Strategy, it includes a regulation that would allow insurers to pass through their reinsurance costs to policyholders.

From Los Angeles Times

Insurers are supposed to do the math and send policyholders a monthly bill, which will be adjusted if drugs are added or dropped.

From Los Angeles Times

If insurers are unable to meet their financial obligations, it leaves policyholders without coverage when they need it most.

From Salon

State guaranty associations protect policyholders when an insurer defaults or becomes insolvent.

From Los Angeles Times

The rate increase approved earlier this month by state regulators affects more than 350,000 policyholders statewide and exceeds a 30% increase sought in June by State Farm, the state’s largest homeowners’ insurer.

From Los Angeles Times