holdover

[ hohld-oh-ver ]

noun

1. a person or thing remaining from a former period.
2. Printing. overset that can be kept for future use.

Word History and Origins

Origin of holdover¹

1885–1890, Americanism; noun use of verb phrase hold over

Example Sentences

“Then make sure to cool it immediately to prevent holdover temperature from overcooking the spiny little beast!”

From Salon

The power of the presidential pardon is a holdover from America’s colonial roots.

From Slate

Vicki Adams, the highest-ranking holdover from former Dist.

From Los Angeles Times

The former UK Supreme Court justices were two of 10 overseas judges who sit on the city's Court of Final Appeal - a legacy holdover of Hong Kong's past as a British colony.

From BBC

Judge Mark Grisanti, an acting State Supreme Court justice in Buffalo, has been serving as a “holdover” since his term on the Court of Claims expired last year, essentially waiting to be reappointed.

From Seattle Times