noun

placeholder

Placeholder (noun) means something used or included temporarily or as a substitute for something that is not known or must remain generic; that which holds, denotes or reserves a place for something to come later.

noun

Something used or included temporarily or as a substitute for something that is not known or must remain generic; that which holds, denotes or reserves a place for something to come later.

A non-editable caption initially displayed in a blank text box to indicate its function.

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Rhymes for placeholder

older folder holder beholder stakeholder stockholder shareholder

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What is the meaning of placeholder?

"placeholder" (noun) means something used or included temporarily or as a substitute for something that is not known or must remain generic; that which holds, denotes or reserves a place for something to come later.

What are the different meanings of placeholder?

"placeholder" has 2 main meanings: 1. Something used or included temporarily or as a substitute for something that is not known or must remain generic; that which holds, denotes or reserves a place for something to come later; 2. A non-editable caption initially displayed in a blank text box to indicate its function.