n. [ L.: cf. F. possesseur. ] One who possesses; one who occupies, holds, owns, or controls; one who has actual participation or enjoyment, generally of that which is desirable; a proprietor. “Possessors of eternal glory.” Law. [ 1913 Webster ]
As if he had been possessor of the whole world. Sharp. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. [ L. possessorius: cf. F. possessoire. ] Of or pertaining to possession, either as a fact or a right; of the nature of possession;
Possessory action
Possessory suit